CVE-2014-3895 in TS-WLC2 camera
Summary
by MITRE
The I-O DATA TS-WLCAM camera with firmware 1.06 and earlier, TS-WLCAM/V camera with firmware 1.06 and earlier, TS-WPTCAM camera with firmware 1.08 and earlier, TS-PTCAM camera with firmware 1.08 and earlier, TS-PTCAM/POE camera with firmware 1.08 and earlier, and TS-WLC2 camera with firmware 1.02 and earlier allow remote attackers to bypass authentication, and consequently obtain sensitive credential and configuration data, via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/26/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2014-3895 affects multiple I-O DATA network camera models including TS-WLCAM, TS-WLCAM/V, TS-WPTCAM, TS-PTCAM, TS-PTCAM/POE, and TS-WLC2 with specific firmware versions. This authentication bypass flaw represents a critical security weakness that allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive camera systems without proper credentials. The vulnerability stems from insufficient authentication mechanisms within the camera firmware implementations, creating pathways for malicious actors to exploit without requiring legitimate user credentials or access privileges.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-287, which addresses improper authentication issues in networked devices. Attackers can leverage unspecified vectors to circumvent the authentication process, potentially gaining access to camera configuration parameters, user credentials, and other sensitive operational data. This weakness exists at the application layer where the camera firmware fails to properly validate user credentials or implement robust access controls. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects multiple camera models from the same manufacturer, suggesting a systemic flaw in the firmware development process rather than isolated incidents.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access to include potential compromise of entire surveillance networks. Remote attackers can exploit this weakness to obtain administrative credentials, view live camera feeds, modify camera settings, and potentially use the compromised cameras as entry points for broader network attacks. This authentication bypass creates a persistent security risk where unauthorized parties can maintain access to surveillance systems without detection, potentially leading to privacy violations, data breaches, or misuse of security infrastructure. The vulnerability affects both wired and wireless camera configurations, amplifying the potential attack surface.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate firmware updates from I-O DATA to address the authentication bypass issues. Network administrators should implement additional security controls such as network segmentation, firewall rules to restrict camera access, and regular security audits of surveillance infrastructure. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under credential access techniques where adversaries exploit weak authentication mechanisms to obtain system access. Organizations should also consider implementing network monitoring solutions to detect unusual access patterns and establish robust patch management procedures to ensure timely deployment of security updates. Given the widespread nature of affected models, comprehensive inventory management and systematic update rollout processes are essential to fully remediate this vulnerability across all affected devices.