CVE-2018-20956

Name: CVE-2018-20956
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-08-08T21:15:11.63+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.45%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-20956 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Swann SWWHD-INTCAM-HD devices leave the PSK in logs after a factory reset. NOTE: all affected customers were migrated by 2020-08-31.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Swann SWWHD-INTCAM-HD devices leave the PSK in logs after a factory reset. NOTE: all affected customers were migrated by 2020-08-31.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.45%

35.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-532

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Swann	Swwhd-Intcam-Hd Firmware	All versions

References

https://www.pentestpartners.com/security-blog/hacking-swann-home-security-camera-video/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.swann.com/au/safe-by-swann-upgrade
https://www.pentestpartners.com/security-blog/hacking-swann-home-security-camera-video/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.swann.com/au/safe-by-swann-upgrade

Timeline

Published: Aug 8, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-20956?

Swann SWWHD-INTCAM-HD devices leave the PSK in logs after a factory reset. NOTE: all affected customers were migrated by 2020-08-31.

How severe is CVE-2018-20956?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20956 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-20956?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-20956?

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Source: NVD / NIST