CVE-2025-10264 is a critical vulnerability identified in certain models of Digiever's DS-1200 Network Video Recorder (NVR) devices. This vulnerability is classified under CWE-497, which pertains to the exposure of sensitive system information to an unauthorized control sphere. Specifically, the flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access the system configuration file of the affected NVRs. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can retrieve plaintext credentials not only for the NVR itself but also for the cameras connected to it. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 10.0, indicating maximum severity, with an attack vector of network (AV:N), no required privileges (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), and a scope change (S:C). The impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability is rated as high (C:H/I:H/A:H). The exposure of plaintext credentials can lead to full compromise of the NVR and connected cameras, enabling attackers to manipulate video feeds, disable surveillance, or use the devices as pivot points for further network intrusion. The vulnerability affects version 0 of the DS-1200 product line, with no patches currently available and no known exploits in the wild as of the publication date (September 12, 2025). Given the nature of NVRs as critical components in physical security infrastructure, this vulnerability poses a significant risk to organizations relying on Digiever DS-1200 devices for video surveillance and monitoring.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-10264 is substantial. NVRs like the Digiever DS-1200 are commonly deployed in sectors such as government facilities, transportation hubs, critical infrastructure, corporate campuses, and retail environments. Unauthorized access to system configuration and plaintext credentials could allow attackers to disable or manipulate surveillance systems, undermining physical security and potentially facilitating further cyber or physical attacks. The compromise of video feeds can lead to privacy violations and loss of sensitive visual data. Additionally, attackers gaining control over these devices may use them as entry points into broader enterprise networks, escalating the risk of data breaches or ransomware attacks. The critical severity and ease of exploitation (no authentication or user interaction required) mean that European organizations using these devices are at immediate risk. The absence of patches increases exposure time, necessitating urgent mitigation measures. Organizations in sectors with high security requirements or regulatory obligations (e.g., GDPR compliance regarding data protection) face heightened consequences if this vulnerability is exploited.

Given the lack of available patches, European organizations should implement the following specific mitigation strategies: 1) Immediately isolate affected Digiever DS-1200 NVRs from public or untrusted networks to prevent remote exploitation. 2) Restrict network access to these devices by implementing strict firewall rules and network segmentation, allowing only trusted management stations to communicate with the NVRs. 3) Monitor network traffic for unusual access patterns or attempts to retrieve configuration files from the NVRs. 4) Where possible, replace affected devices with alternative NVRs from vendors with no known vulnerabilities or with patched firmware. 5) If replacement is not feasible, consider deploying additional security controls such as VPNs or jump hosts for remote access to the NVRs to add authentication layers. 6) Conduct regular audits of device configurations and credentials, changing default or exposed passwords immediately. 7) Engage with Digiever support channels to obtain updates on patch availability and apply them promptly once released. 8) Train security and IT staff to recognize signs of compromise related to video surveillance infrastructure. These targeted actions go beyond generic advice by focusing on network isolation, access control, and proactive monitoring specific to the nature of this vulnerability.