Software Downgrade Vulnerability in Kenwood DMX958XR Devices

CVE-2025-8656

What is CVE-2025-8656?

The Kenwood DMX958XR is susceptible to a software downgrade vulnerability caused by improper validation of version information within the libSystemLib library. This flaw allows an attacker with physical access to the device to downgrade the software without the need for authentication. This unauthorized operation can potentially facilitate further exploitation of the device by executing arbitrary code with root privileges, severely compromising its security. Users are advised to implement additional physical security measures and stay updated on potential patches from the vendor to mitigate risks.

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