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CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2019-20501: Command Injection

First published: Thu Mar 05 2020(Updated: )

D-Link DWL-2600AP 4.2.0.15 Rev A devices have an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability via the Upgrade Firmware functionality in the Web interface, using shell metacharacters in the admin.cgi?action=upgrade firmwareRestore or firmwareServerip parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
D-Link DWL-2600AP<=4.2.0.15
D-Link DWL-2600AP

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-20501?

    CVE-2019-20501 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-20501?

    To fix CVE-2019-20501, update the D-Link DWL-2600AP firmware to the latest version beyond 4.2.0.15.

  • What types of devices are affected by CVE-2019-20501?

    CVE-2019-20501 affects D-Link DWL-2600AP devices running firmware version 4.2.0.15 or earlier.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2019-20501?

    The impact of CVE-2019-20501 includes the possibility of unauthorized remote command execution on the affected D-Link devices.

  • Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2019-20501?

    Yes, exploiting CVE-2019-20501 requires authenticated access to the web interface of the device.

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