CVE-2017-7921Hikvision Multiple Products Improper Authentication Vulnerability
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Data
Description
Multiple Hikvision products contain an improper authentication vulnerability that could allow a malicious user to escalate privileges on the system and gain access to sensitive information.
Required Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA Due Date
March 26, 2026 (federal agency requirement)
Known Ransomware Campaign Use
Unknown
Notes
https://www.hikvision.com/us-en/support/document-center/special-notices/privilege-escalating-vulnerability-in-certain-hikvision-ip-cameras/ ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-7921
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