CVE-2016-11021: D-Link DCS-930L Devices OS Command Injection Vulnerability

Published Mar 9, 2020
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Updated

setSystemCommand on D-Link DCS-930L devices before 2.12 allows a remote attacker to execute code via an OS command in the SystemCommand parameter.

Other sources

setSystemCommand on D-Link DCS-930L devices allows a remote attacker to execute code via an OS command.

CISA

Affected Software

5 affected components
Dlink Dcs-930l Firmware<2.12
Dlink Dcs-930l
D-Link DCS-930L Devices
All of the following
Dlink Dcs-930l Firmware<2.12
Dlink Dcs-930l

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade D-Link DCS-930L to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.12
  2. Compensating control

    Disconnect D-Link DCS-930L devices if still in use (device is end-of-life); isolate them from networks or power them off to prevent remote exploitation.

Event History

Mar 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:55 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 25, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Jun 12, 58440
Event
02:58 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2016-11021?

CVE-2016-11021 is a vulnerability that allows a remote attacker to execute code via an OS command injection in D-Link DCS-930L devices before version 2.12.

2

How severe is CVE-2016-11021?

CVE-2016-11021 has a severity score of 7.2 (critical).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2016-11021?

D-Link DCS-930L devices before version 2.12 are affected by CVE-2016-11021.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2016-11021?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2016-11021 by sending a malicious OS command in the SystemCommand parameter.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2016-11021?

Yes, the vulnerability can be fixed by updating D-Link DCS-930L devices to version 2.12 or later.

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