CVE-2020-27865: D-Link DAP-1860 uhttpd Authentication Bypass Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Feb 11, 2021
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Updated

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DAP-1860 firmware version 1.04B03 WiFi extenders. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the uhttpd service, which listens on TCP port 80 by default. The issue results from incorrect string matching logic when accessing protected pages. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of the device. Was ZDI-CAN-10894.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DAP-1860 WiFi extenders. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the uhttpd service, which listens on TCP port 80 by default. The issue results from incorrect string matching logic when accessing protected pages. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of the device.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Dlink Dap-1860 Firmware<=1.04b03
Dlink Dap-1860=ax
D-Link DAP-1860

Event History

Feb 11, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 28, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:10 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-27865?

CVE-2020-27865 is a vulnerability that allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DAP-1860 firmware version 1.04B03 WiFi extenders.

2

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-27865?

No, authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.

3

Which service is affected by CVE-2020-27865?

The uhttpd service is affected by CVE-2020-27865.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-27865?

CVE-2020-27865 has a severity value of 8.8, which is considered high.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-27865?

The vendor, D-Link, has released firmware version 1.05B01 that addresses this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest firmware version.

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