MEDIUM
CVE-2025-56802
CWE-321Published: October 21, 2025· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.1
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The Reolink desktop application uses a hard-coded and predictable AES encryption key to encrypt user configuration files allowing attackers with local access to decrypt sensitive application data stored in %APPDATA%. A different vulnerability than CVE-2025-56801. NOTE: the Supplier's position is that material is not hardcoded and is instead randomly generated on each installation of the application.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-56802 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityLow
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:L
Affected Vendors & Products
reolink1 product(s)
reolink
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://github.com/shinyColumn/CVE-2025-56802Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://shinycolumn.notion.site/reolink-aes-keyExploit · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2025-56802
CVSS Score5.1 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-321
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 21, 2025
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-56802 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.