CVE-2024-36553
📋 TL;DR
The Forever KidsWatch Call Me KW-50 smartwatch is vulnerable to man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks due to insufficient security in its communication protocols. This allows attackers to intercept, modify, or inject data between the watch and its associated server, potentially compromising children's location, audio, or other sensitive information. Users of this specific smartwatch model and firmware version are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- Forever KidsWatch Call Me KW-50
⚠️ Manual Verification Required
This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.
Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).
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- Review the CVE details at NVD
- Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
- Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
- Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Attackers could remotely hijack the smartwatch, enabling real-time location tracking, eavesdropping on audio, sending false alerts, or manipulating communication to deceive children or caregivers.
Likely Case
In real-world scenarios, attackers might intercept location data or audio streams to monitor a child's activities, potentially leading to privacy violations or safety risks.
If Mitigated
With proper controls like network segmentation and encryption, the impact is reduced to limited data exposure or disruption, but full mitigation requires patching.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires network access to intercept traffic, but no public proof-of-concept is available; attackers need knowledge of MITM techniques.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown; check with vendor for updated firmware.
Vendor Advisory: Not provided in references; contact Forever or manufacturer for details.
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Contact Forever or the device manufacturer to inquire about firmware updates. 2. If an update is available, follow vendor instructions to install it via the associated mobile app or management interface. 3. Verify the update by checking the firmware version post-installation.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Use Secure Networks
allRestrict smartwatch usage to trusted, encrypted Wi-Fi networks to reduce MITM attack surface.
Disable Unnecessary Features
allTurn off location sharing or audio features if not needed to limit data exposure.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Discontinue use of the smartwatch and replace with a secure alternative.
- Isolate the device on a separate network segment to minimize attack impact.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check the firmware version in the smartwatch settings or associated app; if it matches R36_YDR_A3PW_GM7S_V1.0_2019_07_15_16.19.24_cob_h, it is vulnerable.Check Version:
No command; use the device's interface or app to view firmware details.Verify Fix Applied:
After updating, confirm the firmware version has changed to a newer release not listed as vulnerable.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual network traffic patterns or failed authentication attempts in device logs, if available.
Network Indicators:
- Suspicious MITM activity such as ARP spoofing or SSL/TLS interception on networks where the smartwatch is connected.
SIEM Query:
Not applicable; typical SIEM systems do not monitor consumer smartwatches directly.