CVE-2024-8957
HighExploitedPublic exploitPTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue.
Published Sep 18, 2024 · Updated Dec 27, 2025 · Also known as TR-24-1491
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2024-8957 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v3.1) affecting Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware (Ptzoptics), Pt30x-Sdi Firmware (Ptzoptics), PT30X-NDI and 1 more product.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Sep 17, 2024 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including PT30X-NDI 6.3.40, PT30X-SDI 6.3.40, Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware 6.3.40.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
80%
Higher than 99.6% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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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.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Nov 4, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Sep 17, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | Nov 4, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Nov 4, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 FirmwarePtzoptics | See advisory | 6.3.40 |
| Pt30x-Sdi FirmwarePtzoptics | See advisory | 6.3.40 |
| PT30X-NDI | See advisory | 6.3.40 |
| PT30X-SDI | See advisory | 6.3.40 |
Patched Releases
PT30X-NDI
6.3.40
PT30X-SDI
6.3.40
Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware
6.3.40
Pt30x-Sdi Firmware
6.3.40
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Sep 17, 2024
Publicly disclosed
Sep 18, 2024
Added to CISA KEV
Nov 4, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Nov 4, 2024
Added to ENISA EUVD
Nov 4, 2024
Last updated
Dec 27, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-8957
- advisoryhttps://ptzoptics.com/firmware-changelog/
- advisoryhttps://vulncheck.com/advisories/ptzoptics-command-injection
- advisoryhttps://www.greynoise.io/blog/greynoise-intelligence-discovers-zero-day-vulnerabilities-in-live-streaming-cameras-with-the-help-of-ai
- advisoryUSOM advisory
FAQ
Common Questions.
PTZOptics PT30X-SDI/NDI-xx before firmware 6.3.40 is vulnerable to an OS command injection issue.
Affected: Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware (Ptzoptics); Pt30x-Sdi Firmware (Ptzoptics); PT30X-NDI, among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Sep 17, 2024 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on Nov 4, 2024 with a federal remediation due date of Nov 25, 2024.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including PT30X-NDI 6.3.40, PT30X-SDI 6.3.40, Pt30x-Ndi-Xx-G2 Firmware 6.3.40.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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