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CVE-2024-8957 is an OS command injection vulnerability affecting PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx cameras before firmware version 6.3.40. The flaw is caused by insufficient validation of the ntp_addr configuration value. When the device starts ntp_client, attacker-controlled input in ntp_addr can be incorporated into an OS-level command, allowing arbitrary command execution on the underlying system. The provided context specifically states that the vulnerable path is triggered when ntp_client is started and that the root cause is inadequate input validation of the NTP server address parameter.
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A previously addressed PTZOptics camera firmware vulnerability related to improper authentication or OS command injection, mentioned as part of vendor security history.
A security vulnerability exploited by Mirai botnet variants to compromise devices and expand botnet reach.
A named CVE (listed alongside CVE-2024-8956) used by the Gayfemboy botnet as an exploitation vector.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
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