CVE-2019-7675 in S14
Summary
by MITRE
An issue was discovered on MOBOTIX S14 MX-V4.2.1.61 devices. The default management application is delivered over cleartext HTTP with Basic Authentication, as demonstrated by the /admin/index.html URI.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/09/2023
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2019-7675 affects MOBOTIX S14 MX-V4.2.1.61 security cameras where the default management interface operates over unencrypted HTTP connections with basic authentication credentials. This represents a critical security flaw that exposes devices to various network-based attacks and compromises the integrity of the entire surveillance infrastructure. The issue specifically manifests through the /admin/index.html URI which serves the management application without any encryption mechanisms, leaving all transmitted data vulnerable to interception and manipulation.
This vulnerability stems from the fundamental failure to implement secure communication protocols for administrative access to networked devices. The use of cleartext HTTP instead of HTTPS creates an attack surface where credentials and configuration data can be easily captured through man-in-the-middle attacks or network sniffing operations. Basic authentication, when transmitted over unencrypted channels, provides minimal security protection as credentials are typically sent in base64 encoded format which can be easily decoded by attackers. The combination of these factors creates a dangerous scenario where unauthorized parties can gain administrative control over the security camera devices.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple credential theft to encompass complete device compromise and potential network infiltration. Attackers can exploit this weakness to gain full administrative access to the camera systems, allowing them to modify surveillance settings, view live feeds, alter recorded footage, or even disable security features entirely. This poses significant risks to organizations relying on these devices for physical security monitoring, as the attackers can essentially take control of the surveillance infrastructure without detection. The vulnerability also creates potential for lateral movement within networks, as compromised devices can serve as entry points for broader attacks against connected systems.
Organizations should immediately implement mitigations including mandatory use of HTTPS for all administrative access, implementation of network segmentation to isolate security camera networks, and deployment of intrusion detection systems to monitor for unauthorized access attempts. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-319 which addresses cleartext transmission of sensitive information and relates to ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol tunneling. Device administrators should also enforce strong authentication mechanisms, regularly update firmware versions, and consider implementing additional security controls such as two-factor authentication and network access control policies to reduce the risk of exploitation.