CVE-2022-34538
Published: April 11, 2026
Official Description
Digital Watchdog DW MEGApix IP cameras A7.2.2_20211029 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the component /admin/vca/bia/addacph.cgi. This vulnerability is exploitable via a crafted POST request.
Risk Analysis
Digital Watchdog DW MEGApix IP cameras are vulnerable to a command injection flaw in the /admin/vca/bia/addacph.cgi component. This vulnerability is confirmed exploited by CISA (is_in_kev: true), indicating a severe and immediate risk.
This vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild. Exploitation occurs via a crafted POST request.
Update Digital Watchdog DW MEGApix IP cameras to a patched firmware version beyond A7.2.2_20211029. Implement network segmentation and strong access controls for IP cameras.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-34538 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2022-34538 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-34538 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1