CVE-2025-7076 in Dashcam 590X
Summary
by MITRE • 07/06/2025
A vulnerability was found in BlackVue Dashcam 590X up to 20250624. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /upload.cgi of the component Configuration Handler. The manipulation leads to improper access controls. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/06/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-7076 represents a critical access control flaw in BlackVue Dashcam 590X firmware versions up to 20250624. This issue resides within the configuration handler component, specifically affecting the /upload.cgi file functionality that processes file upload operations. The flaw allows unauthorized access to system configuration parameters through improper access control mechanisms, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate critical device settings. The vulnerability's classification as critical stems from its potential to compromise the entire device's operational integrity and security posture.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability involves a failure in the authentication and authorization checks within the Configuration Handler's file upload interface. When the /upload.cgi endpoint processes incoming requests, it fails to properly validate user credentials or session tokens before allowing access to sensitive configuration functions. This misconfiguration creates an exploitable path where an attacker within the local network can bypass normal access controls and gain unauthorized administrative privileges. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and specifically targets the device's configuration management interface, which typically requires elevated permissions to modify system parameters.
Operationally, this vulnerability presents significant risks for BlackVue Dashcam 590X users who may be operating within local network environments. Since the attack vector requires local network access, adversaries could potentially exploit this through compromised devices on the same network segment, man-in-the-middle attacks, or by gaining access to the device's local administrative interface. The fact that the exploit has been publicly disclosed and is actively used increases the threat surface considerably. This vulnerability could enable attackers to modify device settings, disable security features, access stored video footage, or potentially use the device as a pivot point for further attacks within the network infrastructure. The lack of vendor response to early disclosure attempts compounds the risk, leaving users without official patches or mitigations.
Organizations and individuals utilizing BlackVue Dashcam 590X devices should implement immediate network segmentation measures to isolate these devices from critical network segments. Network administrators should consider implementing firewall rules that restrict access to the device's configuration interfaces to authorized personnel only. The device should be updated to the latest firmware version available from BlackVue, although the vendor's lack of response suggests that official patches may not be forthcoming. Additional mitigations include disabling unnecessary services, implementing strong network access controls, and monitoring for unusual network traffic patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-284 Access Control Issues and may be categorized under ATT&CK technique T1068, which covers local privilege escalation through improper access controls. The exploit's public availability and the vendor's non-response creates a particularly dangerous scenario where users face an elevated risk of compromise without official remediation options.