CVE-2024-8957
PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue. The camera does not sufficiently validate the…
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- CVSS score
- 7.2 High
- CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H- CISA KEV
- Yes — actively exploited (added 2024-11-04, remediation due 2024-11-25)
- Weakness (CWE)
- CWE-78
- Published
- 2024-09-17
- Last modified
- 2026-06-17
- NVD status
- Analyzed
Description
PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue. The camera does not sufficiently validate the ntp_addr configuration value which may lead to arbitrary command execution when ntp_client is started. When chained with CVE-2024-8956, a remote and unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands on affected devices.
Affected products
- ptzoptics pt30x-sdi firmware
- ptzoptics pt30x-ndi-xx-g2 firmware
Affected ranges per NVD CPE data; confirm exact versions in the vendor advisory.
Required action (CISA)
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Federal remediation deadline: 2024-11-25.
How to prioritize this
This vulnerability is on the CISA KEV list, meaning it is being actively exploited — treat it as urgent regardless of the raw CVSS number. Use the live CVE lookup for the latest NVD data, and the CVSS 3.1 calculator to model your own environmental score.
References
- https://ptzoptics.com/firmware-changelog/
- https://vulncheck.com/advisories/ptzoptics-command-injection
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-8957
- https://www.greynoise.io/blog/greynoise-intelligence-discovers-zero-day-vulnerabilities-in-live-streaming-cameras-with-the-help-of-ai
- https://www.labs.greynoise.io/grimoire/2024-10-31-sift-0-day-rce/
FAQ
Is CVE-2024-8957 actively exploited?
Yes. CISA added CVE-2024-8957 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on 2024-11-04, with a federal remediation deadline of 2024-11-25. A KEV listing means real-world exploitation is confirmed, so patching this should be prioritized above many higher-CVSS bugs that aren't being exploited.
What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-8957?
CVE-2024-8957 has a CVSS base score of 7.2 (High). Its vector string is CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
Related vulnerabilities
- CVE-2024-8956 — PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI Cameras
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- CVE-2026-25089 — Fortinet FortiSandbox
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Data source: NVD & CISA KEV. Shown as-is; nothing added. Last generated from NVD data — re-check the live tool for updates.
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