Vulnerability in Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb
CVE-2019-18980

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Philips
Status
Taolight Smart Wi-fi Wiz Connected Led Bulb 9290022656 Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 November 2019

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2019-18980?

The Signify Philips Taolight Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Connected LED Bulb is vulnerable due to an unprotected API that allows remote users to manipulate the bulb's functionality without any authentication. This API flaw enables unauthorized individuals to turn the bulb on or off, alter its brightness, or change its color simply by having network access to the bulb. With no encryption or security measures in place, this vulnerability poses significant risks to users, emphasizing the need for enhanced security in IoT devices.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

wiz-bulb-tool
Created by anmolksachan

References

https://blog.dammitly.net/2019/10/cheap-hackable-wifi-lig...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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