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 adequate input validation or sanitization. An attacker with valid credentials to the camera's web interface can exploit this to inject arbitrary OS commands, resulting in remote code execution with root-level privileges. This vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands (CWE-78). The vulnerability was publicly disclosed in June 2025, with exploitation evidence noted by Shadowserver Foundation in December 2024, indicating active or attempted exploitation in the wild. The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.4 reflects the vulnerability's critical nature, with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no user interaction, and high privileges required but resulting in full system compromise. The lack of available patches at disclosure heightens the urgency for mitigation. Given the root-level access gained, attackers can manipulate camera functions, pivot into internal networks, or exfiltrate sensitive surveillance data. This vulnerability poses a significant threat to organizations relying on these IP cameras for security monitoring.

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability is substantial. Beward N100 IP Cameras are often deployed in critical infrastructure, government facilities, corporate environments, and public surveillance systems. Successful exploitation can lead to complete compromise of the camera device, allowing attackers to disable or manipulate surveillance feeds, conduct espionage, or use the device as a foothold for lateral movement within internal networks. This can result in loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of surveillance data and potentially broader network compromise. The root-level access amplifies the severity, enabling attackers to install persistent malware or backdoors. Given the increasing reliance on IP cameras for security and monitoring, this vulnerability threatens operational continuity and data privacy compliance under regulations such as GDPR. The lack of patches at the time of disclosure increases the window of exposure for European entities using this product.

Immediate mitigation steps include restricting access to the camera's web interface to trusted networks only, ideally via VPN or secure management VLANs. Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable servetest CGI page if possible. Monitor network traffic for unusual commands or access patterns targeting the ServerName and TimeZone parameters. Apply firmware updates from Beward as soon as they become available; if no official patch exists, consider temporary device replacement or isolation. Implement strong authentication mechanisms and change default credentials to reduce risk of unauthorized access. Employ network segmentation to limit the camera's ability to communicate with critical internal systems. Regularly audit and inventory IP camera deployments to identify vulnerable devices. Additionally, deploy intrusion detection systems capable of identifying command injection attempts and anomalous behavior on camera management interfaces.