The Survision License Plate Recognition Camera system suffers from a critical security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-12108, categorized under CWE-306 (Missing Authentication for Critical Function). This vulnerability arises because the device does not enforce password protection by default, allowing unrestricted access to the configuration wizard without any authentication. Consequently, an attacker with network access can directly access and modify critical device settings, potentially compromising the device's operation and the integrity of the surveillance data it collects. The vulnerability affects all versions of the Survision LPR camera product line. The CVSS 4.0 base score of 9.3 reflects the vulnerability's critical nature, with attack vector being network-based (AV:N), no attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges required (PR:N), no user interaction (UI:N), and high impact on confidentiality (VC:H), integrity (VI:H), and availability (VA:H). The lack of authentication means that any malicious actor on the same network or with access to the device's IP can manipulate configurations, disable logging, or potentially redirect or erase data. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the vulnerability's characteristics make it highly exploitable and dangerous. The absence of patches or vendor-provided fixes at the time of publication further increases risk. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for environments where these cameras are used for law enforcement, traffic monitoring, or critical infrastructure security, as unauthorized changes could lead to evasion of surveillance or data tampering.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-12108 is significant. License plate recognition cameras are widely used in traffic management, law enforcement, border control, and critical infrastructure protection across Europe. Unauthorized access to these devices could allow attackers to disable or alter surveillance functions, manipulate recorded data, or disrupt monitoring operations. This could lead to loss of evidentiary data, reduced situational awareness, and increased risk of criminal or terrorist activities going undetected. Additionally, compromised cameras could be used as pivot points for lateral movement within organizational networks, potentially exposing other critical systems. The confidentiality of vehicle movement data and privacy of individuals could also be compromised. Given the criticality of these systems in public safety and regulatory compliance, exploitation could result in reputational damage, legal consequences, and operational disruptions for affected organizations.

To mitigate this vulnerability, European organizations should immediately implement network-level controls to restrict access to Survision LPR cameras. This includes isolating the cameras on dedicated VLANs or subnets with strict firewall rules permitting access only from authorized management stations. Employ VPNs or secure tunnels for remote management to prevent unauthorized network access. Organizations should verify and enforce strong authentication mechanisms if configurable, and disable any default open access settings. Monitoring network traffic for unusual access patterns to the cameras can help detect exploitation attempts. Since no patches are currently available, organizations should engage with Survision for updates and apply any forthcoming firmware updates promptly. Additionally, consider replacing or supplementing vulnerable devices with alternative solutions that enforce robust authentication. Regular security audits and penetration testing of surveillance infrastructure will help identify and remediate similar weaknesses proactively.