CVE-2024-8957

Name: CVE-2024-8957
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-09-17T21:15:13.423+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 81.97%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-8957 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue. The camera does not sufficiently validate the ntp_addr configuration value which may lead to arbitrary command execution when ntp_client is started. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 81.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue. The camera does not sufficiently validate the ntp_addr configuration value which may lead to arbitrary command execution when ntp_client is started. When chained with CVE-2024-8956, a remote and unauthenticated attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands on affected devices.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

81.97%

99.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Nov 25, 2024.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ptzoptics	Pt30x-Sdi Firmware	< 6.3.40
Ptzoptics	Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware	< 6.3.40

References

https://ptzoptics.com/firmware-changelog/Release Notes
https://vulncheck.com/advisories/ptzoptics-command-injectionThird Party Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-8957US Government Resource
https://www.greynoise.io/blog/greynoise-intelligence-discovers-zero-day-vulnerabilities-in-live-streaming-cameras-with-the-help-of-aiThird Party Advisory
https://www.labs.greynoise.io/grimoire/2024-10-31-sift-0-day-rce/Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 17, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8957?

How severe is CVE-2024-8957?

CVE-2024-8957 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 81.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2024-8957?

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