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TP-LINK NC200, NC210, NC220, NC230, NC250, NC260, and NC450 cloud camera models contain a buffer overflow vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability affects multiple firmware versions up to builds released on April 1, 2020.
Overview
This vulnerability (CVE-2020-13224) affects multiple TP-LINK cloud camera models in the NC series. The affected devices and firmware versions include:
- NC200 devices through 2.1.10 build 200401
- NC210 devices through 1.0.10 build 200401
- NC220 devices through 1.3.1 build 200401
- NC230 devices through 1.3.1 build 200401
- NC250 devices through 1.3.1 build 200401
- NC260 devices through 1.5.3 build_200401
- NC450 devices through 1.5.4 build 200401
The vulnerability is classified as CWE-120 (Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input), which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by overflowing the buffer with specially crafted input. This could potentially lead to complete compromise of the affected device.
Remediation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should:
- Update firmware to the latest version available from TP-LINK's official website.
- If updates are not available, consider implementing network segmentation to isolate the vulnerable cameras.
- Restrict network access to the cameras, allowing only trusted IP addresses to connect.
- Monitor for unusual activity on the network that might indicate exploitation attempts.
- Check TP-LINK's security advisory page regularly for updates on this vulnerability.
References
- TP-LINK Security Advisory: https://www.tp-link.com/us/security
- Exploit Details: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158115/TP-LINK-Cloud-Cameras-NCXXX-Stack-Overflow.html
- CWE-120: Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input: https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/120.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services: Low
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services: Low
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting: Low
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation: Low
- ConstructionConstruction: Low
- Educational ServicesEducational Services: Low
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance: Low
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance: Low
- InformationInformation: Low
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises: Low
- ManufacturingManufacturing: Low
- MiningMining: Low
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration): Low
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services: Low
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration: Low
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing: Low
- Retail TradeRetail Trade: Low
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing: Low
- UtilitiesUtilities: Low
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade: Low
