CVE-2010-0593 in WVC210
Summary
by MITRE
The Cisco RVS4000 4-port Gigabit Security Router before 1.3.2.0, PVC2300 Business Internet Video Camera before 1.1.2.6, WVC200 Wireless-G PTZ Internet Video Camera before 1.1.1.15, WVC210 Wireless-G PTZ Internet Video Camera before 1.1.1.15, and WVC2300 Wireless-G Business Internet Video Camera before 1.1.2.6 do not properly restrict read access to passwords, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information, related to (1) access by remote authenticated users to a PVC2300 or WVC2300 via a crafted URL, (2) leveraging setup privileges on a WVC200 or WVC210, and (3) leveraging administrative privileges on an RVS4000, aka Bug ID CSCte64726.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/31/2025
The vulnerability described in CVE-2010-0593 represents a critical information disclosure issue affecting multiple Cisco network security devices including routers and video cameras. This flaw manifests as improper access control mechanisms that allow authenticated users to extract sensitive password information from device configurations. The affected products include the Cisco RVS4000 4-port Gigabit Security Router, PVC2300 Business Internet Video Camera, WVC200 Wireless-G PTZ Internet Video Camera, WVC210 Wireless-G PTZ Internet Video Camera, and WVC2300 Wireless-G Business Internet Video Camera. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and access restriction controls within the web-based management interfaces of these devices.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves specific attack vectors that exploit the devices' handling of URL parameters and authentication contexts. Remote authenticated users can manipulate URL requests to access password information stored in the device configuration files. For the PVC2300 and WVC2300 devices, attackers can craft specific URLs that bypass normal access controls to retrieve password data. Similarly, users with setup privileges on WVC200 and WVC210 devices can leverage their elevated permissions to extract password information, while administrators of RVS4000 routers can exploit their administrative access to obtain sensitive credentials. This represents a classic case of insufficient authorization checks and improper privilege enforcement within network device management interfaces.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential theft, as it provides attackers with potential access to network security configurations and device management interfaces. When attackers successfully extract password information, they gain the ability to authenticate as legitimate users or administrators, potentially leading to full device compromise. This vulnerability particularly affects organizations relying on these devices for network security and surveillance, as it undermines the fundamental security assumptions of authentication and access control. The issue creates a pathway for attackers to escalate privileges and gain unauthorized access to network resources, potentially enabling further attacks within the network infrastructure. Organizations may experience unauthorized access to video surveillance systems, network configuration changes, and potential data breaches through compromised device credentials.
Security mitigations for this vulnerability primarily involve applying the vendor-provided software updates and patches. Cisco released versions 1.3.2.0 for the RVS4000 router and 1.1.2.6 for the PVC2300 and 1.1.1.15 for the WVC200, WVC210, and WVC2300 cameras to address this issue. Network administrators should implement immediate patch management procedures to upgrade affected devices to secure firmware versions. Additional mitigations include restricting network access to these devices through firewall rules, implementing network segmentation to isolate security cameras and routers from critical network segments, and monitoring network traffic for suspicious URL access patterns. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-284, which describes improper access control, and relates to ATT&CK technique T1078 for valid accounts and T1566 for credential harvesting through social engineering or exploitation of software vulnerabilities. Organizations should also consider implementing network monitoring solutions that can detect and alert on anomalous access patterns to device management interfaces. Regular security assessments of network infrastructure should include verification of device firmware versions and access control configurations to prevent exploitation of similar vulnerabilities.