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CVE-2015-8257: AXIS network cameras let logged-in users run commands
CVE-2015-8257 · published 9 years ago
Summary
The camera firmware includes a script that lets anyone with a valid login insert special characters into certain web pages and cause the system to run arbitrary commands. This could let an attacker take control of the camera or disrupt its operation. Apply the vendor's security update or restrict access to the camera's web interface to trusted users only.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| axis | network_camera_firmware |
All versions
cpe:2.3:o:axis:network_camera_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
The devtools.sh script in AXIS network cameras allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the app parameter to (1) app_license.shtml, (2) app_licens...
The devtools.sh script in AXIS network cameras allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the app parameter to (1) app_license.shtml, (2) app_license_custom.shtml, (3) app_index.shtml, or (4) app_params.shtml.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138083/AXIS-Authenticated-Remote-Command-Ex... Exploit Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92159 Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40171/ Exploit Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Type
CWE-77Command Injection
Timeline
Published2 May 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2015-8257 · NVD
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