Vulnerability Description
The ACAP Application framework could allow privilege escalation through a symlink attack. This vulnerability can only be exploited if the Axis device is configured to allow the installation of unsigned ACAP applications, and if an attacker convinces the victim to install a malicious ACAP application.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Axis | Axis Os | >= 12.0.0, < 12.6.30 |
| Axis | A1210 \(-B\) | - |
| Axis | A1214 | - |
| Axis | A1601 | - |
| Axis | A1610 \(-B\) | - |
| Axis | A1710-B | - |
| Axis | A1810-B | - |
| Axis | A8207-Ve Mk Ii | - |
| Axis | C1110-E | - |
| Axis | C1111-E | - |
| Axis | C1210-E | - |
| Axis | C1211-E | - |
| Axis | C1310-E Mk Ii | - |
| Axis | C1410 Mk Ii | - |
| Axis | C1510 | - |
| Axis | C1511 | - |
| Axis | C1610-Ve | - |
| Axis | C1710 | - |
| Axis | C1720 | - |
| Axis | C6110 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-5718?
CVE-2025-5718 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The ACAP Application framework could allow privilege escalation through a symlink attack. This vulnerability can only be exploited if the Axis device is configured to allow the installation of unsigne...
How severe is CVE-2025-5718?
CVE-2025-5718 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-5718?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Axis Axis Os, Axis A1210 \(-B\), Axis A1214, Axis A1601, Axis A1610 \(-B\).