Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This flaw lets an unauthenticated network attacker read files from affected FLIR thermal cameras. The main business risk is exposure of sensitive device data, configuration, or credentials from camera systems. It affects FLIR Thermal Camera F/FC/PT/D firmware 8.0.0.64. Public exploit references exist, but the provided sources do not show confirmed active exploitation.
Executive priority
Treat internet-exposed affected cameras as urgent. For internal-only devices, prioritize remediation based on camera sensitivity, network segmentation, and whether stored configuration could expose credentials or surveillance operations.
Technical view
CVE-2017-20212 is a CWE-22 path traversal/information disclosure issue in /var/www/data/controllers/api/xml.php readFile(). Unverified input parameters allow unauthenticated arbitrary local file reads. The CVSS 4.0 score is 8.7, driven by network reachability, low complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, and high vulnerable-system confidentiality impact.
Likely exposure
Highest risk applies to FLIR F/FC/PT/D cameras running firmware 8.0.0.64 with reachable web/API interfaces, especially internet-exposed management interfaces or poorly segmented camera networks.
Exploitation context
Exploit Database and Packet Storm entries indicate public exploit material exists. CISA KEV is false in the provided bundle, and no cited source confirms active exploitation. The issue is remotely reachable and unauthenticated, making exposed devices attractive targets.
Researcher notes
The source bundle identifies the vulnerable function and affected firmware, but does not provide complete vendor remediation details. Use vendor advisory/support channels for patch confirmation. Avoid assuming other firmware versions or FLIR product lines are affected without source evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory affected FLIR camera models and firmware versions.
- Remove camera web interfaces from direct internet exposure.
- Restrict management access with firewall rules or VPN.
- Segment camera networks from business and sensitive systems.
- Check FLIR/Teledyne FLIR guidance for fixed firmware or replacement options.
- Monitor camera web logs for suspicious file-read activity.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether any F/FC/PT/D cameras run firmware 8.0.0.64.
- Identify exposed camera web or API services.
- Review logs for unusual requests to xml.php.
- Verify access controls block untrusted network access.
- Confirm vendor-recommended firmware or mitigation status.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 8.7 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
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CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N——Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
8.7HighVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- Zero Science Lab Vulnerability AdvisoryCVE reference · third-party-advisory
- Exploit Database Entry 42786CVE reference · exploit
- Packet Storm Security Exploit ArchiveCVE reference · exploit
- CXSecurity Vulnerability ListingCVE reference · third-party-advisory
- Archived FLIR Security AdvisoryCVE reference · vendor-advisory, patch
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