OS Command InjectionWeakness · CWE-78

CVE-2024-2162

HIGH · 8.8 CVSS v3.1 Published 2024-03-21
Mitigation only
No fix yet — a mitigation exists. There is no fixed release. A documented workaround reduces exposure in the meantime.
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94/100
Remediation priority · Urgent
Remotely reachable Zero-click

Official description Straight from the sourceThe vendor's or NVD's own wording, published unedited. Authoritative, but often terse — it says what broke, rarely what to do.

NVD · unedited
An OS Command Injection vulnerability in Kiloview NDI allows a low-privileged user to execute arbitrary code remotely on the device with high privileges. This issue affects Kiloview NDI N3, N3-s, N4, N20, N30, N40 and was fixed in Firmware version 2.02.0227 .

Technical summary Written by usOur analysis, written from the advisory, the CVSS vector and the affected-version data. It adds context the advisory leaves out, and never invents facts that are not in the source.

dbcve analysis · high confidence

OS Command Injection vulnerability in Kiloview NDI transcoding devices allows authenticated low-privilege users to inject arbitrary OS commands that execute with elevated (root) privileges. The flaw is remotely exploitable and affects N3, N3-s, N4, N20, N30, and N40 models. Attackers can achieve full device compromise without needing privileged access.

MitigationApply firmware version 2.02.0227 or later to all affected devices. If immediate patching is not possible, restrict network access to the device management interfaces to trusted sources only and monitor for anomalous command execution.

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CVSS breakdown How the score is builtThe industry scoring standard. It rates how the flaw is reached, what it takes to exploit, and what an attacker gains — the score is derived from those, not the other way round.

From the vector
Attack vector
Network
Complexity
Low
Privileges
Low
User interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Am I affected? How to checkSteps we derive from the advisory and the affected-version data, so you can decide whether this CVE reaches your setup. They are a guide, not a scan — your own configuration is the authority.

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  1. Identify the Kiloview device model
    Access the device web interface or check the device label. Look for model numbers N3, N3-s, N4, N20, N30, or N40.
    Affected if The device is one of these six models and firmware version is below 2.02.0227
  2. Check the installed firmware version
    Log into the device web interface and navigate to System Settings or About page. Alternatively, access the device via SSH or check via the Kiloview discovery tool.
    Affected if Firmware version is earlier than 2.02.0227 (e.g., 2.02.xxxx versions below 0227)
  3. Verify if remote management interface is accessible
    Test TCP ports typically used for device management (HTTP/HTTPS on 80/443, or custom ports). Attempt to access the web interface from an untrusted network.
    Affected if The management interface is exposed to untrusted networks without network access controls
  4. Check for low-privilege user accounts
    Log into the device admin panel and review user accounts. Note if any accounts exist with limited privileges beyond administrator.
    Affected if Low-privilege user accounts are present and can access command injection points (e.g., NDI configuration, stream settings)
  5. Inspect for anomalous network behavior
    Monitor network traffic for unexpected outbound connections or unusual command execution patterns originating from the device IP.
    Affected if Unexpected network activity or command execution is observed from the device

A user is affected if they operate a Kiloview N3, N3-s, N4, N20, N30, or N40 device running firmware versions prior to 2.02.0227 with accessible management interfaces.

Generated from the published advisory. Verify against your own configuration.

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dbcve · scoped
Mitigation available No clean upgrade yet — mitigate in the meantime
Mitigation

Apply firmware version 2.02.0227 or later to all affected devices. If immediate patching is not possible, restrict network access to the device management interfaces to trusted sources only and monitor for anomalous command execution.

Recommended fix High confidence

Firmware version 2.02.0227

  1. Identify the specific Kiloview NDI device model (N3, N3-s, N4, N20, N30, or N40) from the affected product line
  2. Access the device administrative interface or management console
  3. Navigate to the firmware upgrade or system settings section
  4. Download the firmware update file from the official Kiloview support website (support.kiloview.com or kiloview.com/en/support/)
  5. Upload and apply firmware version 2.02.0227 to the device
  6. Verify the upgrade was successful by confirming the new firmware version in the device settings
  7. Restart the device if prompted to complete the update

Generated from the published advisory — verify against the referenced sources before acting.

Have this fixed Scoped from the published advisory
  • Consultation2.0 h
  • Implementation1.0 h
  • Testing1.0 h
  • Review / QA1.0 h
5.0 hours of engineering $910
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