Out-of-bounds write for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows before version 23
Description
Out-of-bounds write for some Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software for Windows before version 23
Remediation
Apply vendor security updates immediately. Monitor for exploitation attempts and review access logs.
Executive Summary:
A critical vulnerability has been identified in PTZOptics and other ValueHD-based camera products, stemming from hard-coded administrative credentials. This flaw allows an unauthenticated attacker to easily gain complete control of affected cameras, potentially leading to unauthorized surveillance, network compromise, and operational disruption. Due to the ease of exploitation and the critical impact, immediate remediation is strongly advised.
Vulnerability Details
CVE-ID: CVE-2025-35451
Affected Software: PTZOptics and possibly other Multiple Products
Affected Versions: See vendor advisory for specific affected versions
Vulnerability: Affected pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) cameras are manufactured with hard-coded, default administrative credentials. An attacker can connect to the camera's exposed SSH or telnet services over the network and authenticate using these known or easily crackable credentials. Successful exploitation grants the attacker root-level or administrative access, allowing them to view and manipulate video feeds, alter device configurations, install malicious software, or use the compromised camera as a pivot point to attack other systems on the internal network.
Business Impact
This vulnerability is rated as critical severity with a CVSS score of 9.8. Exploitation could have a severe impact on the organization, leading to significant security and operational risks. An attacker could compromise physical security by disabling or manipulating camera feeds to hide illicit activities. The breach of confidentiality through unauthorized access to video surveillance can result in espionage, privacy violations, and reputational damage. Furthermore, compromised cameras are frequently co-opted into botnets, which can be used to launch large-scale Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks, consuming network resources and potentially causing widespread service outages.
Remediation Plan
Immediate Action:
The primary remediation step is to update the firmware on all affected PTZOptics and other ValueHD-based cameras to the latest version provided by the vendor. This update is expected to remove the hard-coded credentials and enforce a unique password policy. In parallel, security teams should actively monitor for any signs of exploitation and review historical access logs for unauthorized logins via SSH or telnet.
Proactive Monitoring:
Compensating Controls:
If immediate patching is not feasible, implement the following controls to mitigate risk:
Exploitation Status
Public Exploit Available: True
Analyst Notes:
As of Sep 5, 2025, there are no specific, widespread exploitation campaigns publicly attributed to this CVE. However, vulnerabilities involving hard-coded credentials are trivial to exploit and are rapidly weaponized by threat actors for automated scanning and botnet recruitment. The technical details required to exploit this vulnerability are public, meaning any attacker can attempt to gain access.
Analyst Recommendation
Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8 and the trivial nature of exploitation, this vulnerability poses an immediate and significant threat to the organization. We strongly recommend that all affected devices be patched immediately. Although this CVE is not currently on the CISA KEV list, its characteristics make it a prime candidate for future inclusion. If patching cannot be performed immediately, the compensating controls outlined above, especially network segmentation and blocking external access, must be implemented without delay to prevent a compromise.