CVE-2026-0629
📋 TL;DR
This authentication bypass vulnerability in VIGI camera models allows attackers on the same local network to reset the admin password without verification by manipulating client-side state. Attackers can gain full administrative access to compromise device configuration and network security. All users of affected VIGI camera models with the vulnerable firmware are impacted.
💻 Affected Systems
- Multiple VIGI camera models (specific models not detailed in provided references)
⚠️ 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
Full administrative takeover of camera devices, enabling attackers to reconfigure devices, disable security features, access video feeds, pivot to other network resources, and potentially install persistent malware.
Likely Case
Unauthorized access to camera administration interface allowing configuration changes, disabling of security features, and potential access to video streams.
If Mitigated
Limited impact if cameras are isolated on separate VLANs with strict network segmentation and access controls preventing lateral movement.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires LAN access but no authentication. The vulnerability involves manipulating client-side state in the password recovery feature.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Specific version not provided in references; check vendor firmware updates
Vendor Advisory: https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/4906/
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Visit the VIGI support download page for your region. 2. Download the latest firmware for your specific camera model. 3. Log into the camera's web interface. 4. Navigate to System > Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade. 5. Upload and install the firmware update. 6. The camera will reboot automatically.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Network Segmentation
allIsolate cameras on a separate VLAN with strict access controls to prevent lateral movement from compromised devices.
Disable Local Web Interface
allIf supported by your camera model and operational requirements, disable the local web interface and manage cameras through centralized management systems only.
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict network segmentation to isolate cameras from other critical network resources
- Enable strong authentication mechanisms and disable password recovery feature if possible
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if your camera model is listed in VIGI security advisories and verify firmware version against known vulnerable versions. Attempt to access password recovery feature to see if proper verification is required.Check Version:
Log into camera web interface > System > Status to view firmware versionVerify Fix Applied:
After updating firmware, verify that password recovery now requires proper authentication and verification steps. Test that client-side state manipulation no longer allows password reset.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Multiple failed login attempts followed by successful password reset
- Unusual admin password change events
- Access to password recovery endpoint from unexpected IP addresses
Network Indicators:
- HTTP POST requests to password reset endpoints without proper authentication
- Unusual traffic patterns to camera administration interfaces
SIEM Query:
source="camera_logs" AND (event="password_reset" OR event="admin_password_change") AND NOT user="authorized_admin"