CVE-2014-4880
HighPublic exploitBuffer overflow in Hikvision DVR DS-7204 Firmware 2.2.10 build 131009, and other models and versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an RTSP PLAY request with a long Authorization header.
Published Dec 8, 2014 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2014-4880 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Dvr Ds-7204 Firmware (Hikvision).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
71%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Buffer overflow in Hikvision DVR DS-7204 Firmware 2.2.10 build 131009, and other models and versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an RTSP PLAY request with a long Authorization header.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Dvr Ds-7204 FirmwareHikvision | 2.2.10-build_131009 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 8, 2014
Last updated
May 6, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
Buffer overflow in Hikvision DVR DS-7204 Firmware 2.2.10 build 131009, and other models and versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an RTSP PLAY request with a long Authorization header.
Affected: Dvr Ds-7204 Firmware (Hikvision) versions 2.2.10-build_131009. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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