PatchTheCVECVE-2019-11560: A buffer overflow vulnerability in the streaming server provided by hisilicon in HI3516 models allows an unaut
CVE-2019-11560 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting hi3516 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A buffer overflow vulnerability in the streaming server provided by hisilicon in HI3516 models allows an unauthenticated attacker to remotely run arbitrary code by sending a special RTSP over HTTP packet. The vulnerability was found in many cameras using hisilicon's hardware and software, as demonstrated by TENVIS cameras 1.3.3.3, 1.2.7.2, 1.2.1.4, 7.1.20.1.2, and 13.1.1.1.7.2; FDT FD7902 11.3.14.1.3 and 10.3.14.1.3; FOSCAM cameras 3.2.1.1.1_0815
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- 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 | 1.9% (top 20%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-787 |
| Published | 2019-05-07 |
| 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-2019-11560?
hi3516 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-11560 being exploited?
CVE-2019-11560 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-2019-11560 affect?
CVE-2019-11560 affects hi3516 firmware. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). A buffer overflow vulnerability in the streaming server provided by hisilicon in HI3516 models allows an unauthenticated attacker to remotely run arbitrary code by sending a special RTSP over HTTP packet. The vulnerability was found in many
How urgent is CVE-2019-11560?
Priority 59/100. Critical severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action