CVE-2020-28096

Name: CVE-2020-28096
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-12-28T07:15:13.39+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 6.8/10EPSS 0.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-28096 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.8/10 on the CVSS scale. FOSCAM FHD X1 1.14.2.4 devices allow attackers (with physical UART access) to login via the ipc.fos~ password.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

FOSCAM FHD X1 1.14.2.4 devices allow attackers (with physical UART access) to login via the ipc.fos~ password.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

6.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.48%

37.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Foscammall	Foscam X1 Firmware	1.14.2.4

References

https://github.com/cecada/Foscam-Model-X1-Root-AccessExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/cecada/Foscam-Model-X1-Root-AccessExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 28, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-28096?

FOSCAM FHD X1 1.14.2.4 devices allow attackers (with physical UART access) to login via the ipc.fos~ password.

How severe is CVE-2020-28096?

CVE-2020-28096 has a CVSS score of 6.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-28096?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST