CVE-2024-48538
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability in Neye3C v4.5.2.0 firmware update and download processes allows attackers to extract sensitive information by reverse-engineering the APK file. Attackers can access firmware files, configuration data, or authentication credentials that should be protected. Users of Neye3C security camera systems with this specific firmware version are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- Neye3C security camera systems
⚠️ 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 gain complete control over security cameras, access live feeds, modify firmware to install backdoors, or use compromised devices as entry points into internal networks.
Likely Case
Attackers extract firmware files to analyze for additional vulnerabilities, obtain device credentials, or access configuration data that could facilitate further attacks.
If Mitigated
With proper network segmentation and access controls, attackers might only access limited information without being able to pivot to other systems.
🎯 Exploit Status
The vulnerability requires analyzing the APK file through reverse engineering tools like JADX or APKTool, which are widely available.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown
Vendor Advisory: None available
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Contact Neye3C vendor for updated firmware. 2. If available, download and install the patched version. 3. Update the mobile application if a fixed version is released.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Network Segmentation
allIsolate Neye3C cameras on separate VLANs to limit potential lateral movement if devices are compromised.
APK Hardening
allApply code obfuscation and anti-reverse engineering techniques to the APK file if you control the application distribution.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Disable automatic firmware updates and manually verify updates before installation
- Monitor network traffic from Neye3C devices for unusual patterns or data exfiltration
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check the firmware version in the Neye3C mobile app settings or device web interface. If version is 4.5.2.0, the system is vulnerable.Check Version:
Check device web interface at http://[device-ip]/ or in mobile app settingsVerify Fix Applied:
Verify firmware version has been updated to a version later than 4.5.2.0 and test that APK analysis no longer reveals sensitive information.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual firmware download attempts
- Multiple failed authentication attempts to camera devices
- Unexpected configuration changes
Network Indicators:
- Unusual outbound traffic from camera devices
- Firmware download requests from unexpected sources
- Traffic patterns suggesting data exfiltration
SIEM Query:
source="camera_logs" AND (event="firmware_download" OR event="config_change") | stats count by src_ip