PatchTheCVECVE-2014-3972: Directory traversal vulnerability in Apexis APM-J601-WS cameras with firmware before 17.35.2.49 allows remote
CVE-2014-3972 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.3) affecting apm-j601-ws firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Directory traversal vulnerability in Apexis APM-J601-WS cameras with firmware before 17.35.2.49 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.
Why this priority
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.4% (top 16%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2018-02-19 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2014-3972?
apm-j601-ws firmware: upgrade to 17.35.2.49. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2014-3972 being exploited?
CVE-2014-3972 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2014-3972 affect?
CVE-2014-3972 affects apm-j601-ws firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.3). Directory traversal vulnerability in Apexis APM-J601-WS cameras with firmware before 17.35.2.49 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.
How urgent is CVE-2014-3972?
Priority 45/100. Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action