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9.8

VStarcam cameras allow remote code execution via firmware update

CVE-2019-12289 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The firmware update feature on VStarcam 100T and 200V cameras can be triggered without any login, letting an attacker run commands on the device. This could let the attacker change the camera’s internal software or steal stored account data. Apply the vendor’s firmware patch or disable remote updates until the fix is installed.

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
VendorProductAffected versions
vstracam c7824wip_firmware ch-sys-48.53.75.119\~123
cpe:2.3:o:vstracam:c7824wip_firmware:ch-sys-48.53.75.119\~123:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
vstracam c38s_firmware ch-sys-48.53.203.119\~123
cpe:2.3:o:vstracam:c38s_firmware:ch-sys-48.53.203.119\~123:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
An issue was discovered in upgrade_firmware.cgi on VStarcam 100T (C7824WIP) CH-sys-48.53.75.119~123 and 200V (C38S) CH-sys-48.53.203.119~123 devices. A remote command can be executed through a syst...
An issue was discovered in upgrade_firmware.cgi on VStarcam 100T (C7824WIP) CH-sys-48.53.75.119~123 and 200V (C38S) CH-sys-48.53.203.119~123 devices. A remote command can be executed through a system firmware update without authentication. The attacker can modify the files within the internal firmware or even steal account information by executing a command.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.8 Critical
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-306Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Timeline
Published23 May 2019
Updated29 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2019-12289 · NVD
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