CVE-2018-16546 describes a critical vulnerability in Amcrest networked devices, specifically the Amcrest_IPC-HX1X3X-LEXUS series, where a hardcoded SSL private key is uniformly used across all installations. This design flaw allows remote attackers to bypass cryptographic protections by leveraging knowledge of this shared key from any other Amcrest device. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM), indicating a network-based attack with high complexity but potential for high confidentiality impact. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion, suggesting a low current threat landscape.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
v2.420.ac01.3.r.20180206CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:amcrest:amcrest_ipc-hx1x3x-lexus_eng_n_amcrest:v2.420.ac01.3.r.20180206:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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