PatchTheCVECVE-2017-17101: An issue was discovered in Apexis APM-H803-MPC software, as used with many different models of IP Camera
CVE-2017-17101 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting apm-h803-mpc firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered in Apexis APM-H803-MPC software, as used with many different models of IP Camera. An unprotected CGI method inside the web application permits an unauthenticated user to bypass the login screen and access the webcam contents including: live video stream, configuration files with all the passwords, system information, and much more. With this vulnerability, anyone can access to a vulnerable webcam with 'super admin' privile
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 9.8 (Critical) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 26%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| 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-2017-17101?
apm-h803-mpc firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-17101 being exploited?
CVE-2017-17101 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-2017-17101 affect?
CVE-2017-17101 affects apm-h803-mpc firmware. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). An issue was discovered in Apexis APM-H803-MPC software, as used with many different models of IP Camera. An unprotected CGI method inside the web application permits an unauthenticated user to bypass the login screen and access the webcam
How urgent is CVE-2017-17101?
Priority 63/100. Critical severity; Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action