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Brian Green, VP of OperationsThe company’s journey started in 1984 when a Kentucky courtroom using manned VHS cameras approached it to switch the system to an automated audio-video courtroom recording system. JAVS rose to the occasion and crafted a custom-made solution for the court's needs. Today, its solutions are deployed across all 50 U.S. states and numerous countries worldwide.
“We craft our equipment. Every product is meticulously designed to meet the unique demands of courtroom environments. Unlike other companies, we have a dedicated team of installers who ensure that your system is implemented flawlessly. From rolling out trucks to setting up equipment, we guarantee a seamless installation process,” says Brian Green, VP of operations, JAVS. “Our own software development capabilities and flexible API enable us to tailor installations as per any customer's needs. Whether it's integrating with existing systems or developing features, we have the expertise to deliver.”
JAVS’ solutions have been designed to meet the specific needs of court environments. For example, it integrates mic lights into microphones, providing a visible indicator of recording status. This feature ensures transparency, especially when attorneys mute their microphones during discussions with clients. The microphones seamlessly connect to mixers, simplifying operations without requiring any audio engineering expertise. Mixers automatically adjust input and output levels for clear listening, akin to a smooth news broadcast.
“JAVS microphones deliver pristine audio quality without the issues commonly experienced with other systems during remote hearings,” says Green. “Our hardware is renowned for its durability, with some installations standing strong for over 15 years. In today's disposable world, this level of longevity is unprecedented.”
Another innovation is JAVS’ ability to switch video feeds based on microphone activity, ensuring remote participants see the speaker clearly during virtual sessions. While some platforms offer a gallery view, its solution provides customizable multi-views to accommodate diverse preferences.
JAVS understands the complexity of the newest remote technology and they stand ready to outfit courts with the latest technology. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, JAVS courtrooms were able to continue with proceedings thanks to the JAVS expertise with video. In-court, hybrid (partial remote, partial in-person), remote arraignment, and remote appearance via apps like Teams and Zoom allowed the wheels of justice to keep turning.
We craft our equipment. Every product is meticulously designed to meet the unique demands of courtroom environments. Unlike other companies, we have a dedicated team of installers who ensure that your system is implemented flawlessly. From rolling out trucks to setting up equipment, we guarantee a seamless installation process
JAVS takes pride in offering customer support and service through a robust help desk operating seamlessly via phone, email, or chat. Unlike its competitors providing support remotely, the company takes an extra step by offering an onsite service team ready to address issues and adhere to service level agreements tailored to each court's urgency.
JAVS believes in the fundamental right of every individual to have an open and transparent society. It is on a journey to develop products dedicated to preserving records for the justice of tomorrow.
JAVS Courtroom Audio-Visual Software Installer Serves Backdoor
Friday, May 31, 2024
Thousands of computers are at risk of complete takeover after hackers added a backdoor to the installer for the Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) Viewer software, Rapid7 warned in an advisory.
According to Rapid7, the hackers injected a backdoor in the JAVS Viewer v8.3.7 installer that is being distributed directly from JAVS’ official servers.
“This version contains a backdoored installer that allows attackers to gain full control of affected systems. Completely re-imaging affected endpoints and resetting associated credentials is critical to ensure attackers have not persisted through backdoors or stolen credentials,” Rapid7 added.
The backdoored installer had been distributed through the official servers for months and was initially discovered by security firm S2W, which identified the malware being deployed in this attack, namely GateDoor (part of the RustDoor malware family) in February.
Once the malware is dropped on the user’s computers, it provides the attackers with full control over the machines.
“Justice AV Solutions Viewer Setup 8.3.7.250-1 contains a malicious binary when executed and is signed with an unexpected authenticode signature. A remote, privileged threat actor may exploit this vulnerability to execute unauthorized PowerShell commands,” according to a NIST advisory that identifies the issue as CVE-2024-4978 (CVSS score of 8.7).
Rapid7 identified two malicious JAVS Viewer packages on the vendor’s server and discovered that the certificate used to sign them was issued on February 10.
Although the first report of the official JAVS downloads page serving malware emerged in early April, it is unclear if the vendor was notified at the time.
The cybersecurity firm recommends that users update to JAVS Viewer version 8.3.8, which no longer contains the malicious code.
Rapid7 also underlines that users need to re-imagine their computers to ensure that the backdoor has been removed, as simply updating the Viewer does not clean the system, and to reset the credentials for all accounts they were logged into on the infected machines.
“Completely re-imaging affected endpoints and resetting associated credentials is critical to ensure attackers have not persisted through backdoors or stolen credentials. All organizations running JAVS Viewer 8.3.7 should take these steps immediately to address the compromise,” Rapid7 added.
Part of JAVS Suite, which provides audio and video recording and management capabilities for courtroom environments, the Viewer allows users to open media and log files and runs with high system privileges.
A US-based company, JAVS says its software is used in courtrooms, jury rooms, prison facilities, and council, hearing, and lecture rooms, and has more than 10,000 installations worldwide.
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Justice AV Solutions
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Brian Green, VP of Operations
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Justice AV Solutions (JAVS), a scalable, court-specific digital recording solution provider, was one of the pioneering forces in the industry, helping courts around the world to integrate technology at an unprecedented pace and scale. From portable audio recording to fully integrated digital courtroom recording and more, JAVS is the trusted AV provider for over 10,000 installations worldwide.
