CVE-2023-45208: Command Injection

Published Oct 10, 2023
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Updated

A command injection in the parsingxmlstasurvey function inside libcgifunc.so of the D-Link DAP-X1860 repeater 1.00 through 1.01b05-01 allows attackers (within range of the repeater) to run shell commands as root during the setup process of the repeater, via a crafted SSID. Also, network names containing single quotes (in the range of the repeater) can result in a denial of service.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dlink Dap-1860 Firmware=1.00
Dlink Dap-1860 Firmware=1.01b05-01
Dlink Dap-1860 Firmware=1.01b94
Dlink Dap-1860

Event History

Oct 10, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45208?

The severity of CVE-2023-45208 is high.

2

How does the command injection vulnerability in CVE-2023-45208 work?

The command injection vulnerability in CVE-2023-45208 allows attackers within range of the repeater to run shell commands as root during the setup process of the repeater by sending a crafted SSID.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-45208?

The D-Link DAP-X1860 repeater firmware versions 1.00 and 1.01b05-01 are affected by CVE-2023-45208.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-45208?

To fix CVE-2023-45208, update the firmware of your D-Link DAP-X1860 repeater to a version that is not vulnerable.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-45208?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-45208 at the following reference: https://www.redteam-pentesting.de/en/advisories/rt-sa-2023-006/-d-link-dap-x1860-remote-command-injection

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