CVE-2025-34042 is an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability affecting the Beward N100 IP Camera firmware version M2.1.6.04C014. The flaw exists in the servetest CGI page, specifically in the ServerName and TimeZone parameters, which are incorporated into backend system calls without proper sanitization. An attacker with valid credentials to the camera's web interface can exploit this to inject arbitrary commands executed with root privileges, leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability stems from CWE-78, indicating improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands. The attack vector is network-based, requiring no user interaction beyond authentication. The CVSS 4.0 vector highlights network attack vector (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), no user interaction (UI:N), and high privileges required (PR:H), with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Shadowserver Foundation observed exploitation evidence on July 4, 2025, confirming active threat potential. No official patches are currently available, increasing urgency for defensive measures. The vulnerability poses a critical risk to any deployment of the affected firmware, especially in environments where these IP cameras are used for surveillance and security monitoring.

The impact on European organizations is significant due to the potential for complete device takeover, which can lead to unauthorized surveillance, data exfiltration, lateral movement within networks, and disruption of security monitoring capabilities. Compromise of these IP cameras could undermine physical security controls and expose sensitive environments such as government facilities, critical infrastructure, and corporate offices. The root-level access granted by this vulnerability allows attackers to install persistent malware, manipulate video feeds, or use the device as a foothold for further network intrusion. Given the widespread use of IP cameras in Europe for public safety and enterprise security, exploitation could lead to breaches of privacy regulations such as GDPR, resulting in legal and reputational damage. Additionally, disruption or manipulation of surveillance systems could impact law enforcement and emergency response operations. The lack of patches and evidence of exploitation heighten the urgency for European organizations to assess exposure and implement mitigations.

1. Immediately restrict access to the Beward N100 IP Camera web interface to trusted networks only, using network segmentation and firewall rules. 2. Enforce strong authentication mechanisms and change default credentials to prevent unauthorized access. 3. Monitor network traffic for unusual commands or connections to the servetest CGI endpoint, employing intrusion detection systems tuned for command injection patterns. 4. Disable or restrict access to the servetest CGI page if possible, or implement web application firewalls (WAFs) to filter malicious input targeting ServerName and TimeZone parameters. 5. Engage with the vendor for firmware updates or patches; if none are available, consider replacing affected devices with models not vulnerable to this issue. 6. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments on IP camera deployments to detect similar issues. 7. Implement logging and alerting for administrative access to the cameras to detect suspicious activity early. 8. Educate IT and security teams about the risks of command injection vulnerabilities and the importance of input validation in embedded devices.