CVE-2025-25984
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability in Macro-video Technologies V380E6_C1 IP cameras allows a physically proximate attacker to execute arbitrary code via the UART interface. Attackers with physical access to the device can gain full control, potentially compromising the camera's functionality and network access. Organizations using these specific IP camera models are affected.
💻 Affected Systems
- Macro-video Technologies V380E6_C1 IP camera
📦 What is this software?
V380e6 C1 Firmware by Macro Video
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Attacker gains full root access to the camera, installs persistent malware, pivots to internal networks, and uses the camera as a surveillance device or attack platform.
Likely Case
Attacker modifies camera firmware to disable security features, intercepts video feeds, or uses the camera as a foothold into the network.
If Mitigated
With physical security controls preventing unauthorized access, the vulnerability remains dormant with minimal impact.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires physical access and basic hardware skills (connecting to UART pins). The GitHub repository contains detailed research and likely exploit code.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Unknown
Vendor Advisory: None found
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
No official patch available. Contact Macro-video Technologies for firmware updates or replacement options.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Physical Security Hardening
allSecure physical access to cameras using tamper-resistant enclosures, secure mounting, and access controls.
Network Segmentation
allIsolate cameras on separate VLANs with strict firewall rules to limit lateral movement if compromised.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Deploy cameras in physically secure locations with restricted access and surveillance.
- Consider replacing vulnerable cameras with models from vendors providing security updates.
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check device model (V380E6_C1) and firmware version (1020302) via web interface or serial console.Check Version:
Check via camera web interface at Settings > System > Version or via serial console connection.Verify Fix Applied:
No fix available to verify. Monitor vendor announcements for firmware updates.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unexpected firmware changes
- Unauthorized configuration modifications
- Serial console access logs if available
Network Indicators:
- Unusual outbound connections from camera
- Anomalous traffic patterns
SIEM Query:
source="camera_logs" AND (event="firmware_update" OR event="config_change")