CVE-2024-0769: D-Link DIR-859 HTTP POST Request hedwig.cgi path traversal
First published: Sun Jan 21 2024(Updated: )
** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** A vulnerability was found in D-Link DIR-859 1.06B01. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the file /hedwig.cgi of the component HTTP POST Request Handler. The manipulation of the argument service with the input ../../../../htdocs/webinc/getcfg/DHCPS6.BRIDGE-1.xml leads to path traversal. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. VDB-251666 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer. NOTE: Vendor was contacted early and confirmed immediately that the product is end-of-life. It should be retired and replaced.
Credit: cna@vuldb.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| D-Link DIR-859 | =1.06-beta1 | |
| D-Link DIR-859 |
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Reference Links
- https://vuldb.com/?id.251666
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.251666
- https://github.com/c2dc/cve-reported/blob/main/CVE-2024-0769/CVE-2024-0769.md
- https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10371
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-exploit-critical-d-link-dir-859-router-flaw-to-steal-passwords/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-0769?
CVE-2024-0769 has been rated as a critical vulnerability.
What component is affected by CVE-2024-0769?
CVE-2024-0769 affects the HTTP POST Request Handler in D-Link DIR-859 firmware version 1.06-beta1.
How do I fix CVE-2024-0769?
To mitigate CVE-2024-0769, users should consider upgrading to a newer, secure version of the firmware if available.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-0769?
CVE-2024-0769 specifically affects the D-Link DIR-859 router firmware version 1.06-beta1.
What functionality is exploited in CVE-2024-0769?
CVE-2024-0769 involves the manipulation of the 'service' argument in the /hedwig.cgi file.
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