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(Pwn2Own) Ubiquiti Networks AI Bullet Improper Neutralization of Escape Sequences Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

June 11th, 2025

Vulnerability Details

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected Ubiquiti Networks AI Bullet cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the processing of DHCP packet options. The issue results from insufficient neutralization of special characters. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.

Additional Details

Ubiquiti Networks has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://community.ui.com/releases/Security-Advisory-Bulletin-046-046/9649ea8f-93db-4713-a875-c3fd7614943f

Disclosure Timeline

  • 2024-11-15 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
  • 2025-06-11 - Coordinated public release of advisory
  • 2025-06-11 - Advisory Updated

Credit

Bongeun Koo(@kiddo_pwn), Dohyun Kim(@d0now), Junyoung Choi(@insp3ct0r_x), Wonbeen Im(@D0b6y), Juhyeop Lee(@leeju_04), Juyeong Lee(@ju_cheda), GuckHyeon Jin(@nang__lam), Jongmin Kim(@slyfizz3) of STEALIEN Inc.

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