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(Pwn2Own) Wyze Cam v3 Cloud Infrastructure Improper Authentication Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

June 21st, 2024

Vulnerability Details

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Wyze Cam v3 IP cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the run_action_batch endpoint of the cloud infrastructure. The issue results from the use of the device's MAC address as a sole credential for authentication. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of root.

Additional Details

Wyze has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://forums.wyze.com/t/security-advisory/289256

Disclosure Timeline

  • 2023-11-15 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2024-06-21 - Coordinated public release of advisory
  • 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated

Credit

Rafal Goryl

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