PatchTheCVECVE-2024-8160: Erik de Jong, member of the AXIS OS Bug Bounty Program, has found that the VAPIX API ftptest.cgi did not have
CVE-2024-8160 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.8) affecting axis os, axis os 2022, axis os 2024. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Erik de Jong, member of the AXIS OS Bug Bounty Program, has found that the VAPIX API ftptest.cgi did not have a sufficient input validation allowing for a possible command injection leading to being able to transfer files from/to the Axis device. This flaw can only be exploited after authenticating with an administrator-privileged service account. Axis has released patched AXIS OS versions for the highlighted flaw. Please refer to the Axis secur
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 3.8 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 50%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-1286 |
| Published | 2024-11-26 |
| 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-2024-8160?
axis os: upgrade to 12.1.21; axis os 2022: upgrade to 10.12.257; axis os 2024: upgrade to 11.11.116. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-8160 being exploited?
CVE-2024-8160 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-2024-8160 affect?
CVE-2024-8160 affects axis os, axis os 2022, axis os 2024. Severity is low (CVSS 3.8). Erik de Jong, member of the AXIS OS Bug Bounty Program, has found that the VAPIX API ftptest.cgi did not have a sufficient input validation allowing for a possible command injection leading to being able to transfer files from/to the Axis d
How urgent is CVE-2024-8160?
Priority 26/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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