CVE-2024-0769: D-Link DIR-859 Router Path Traversal Vulnerability
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.
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D-Link DIR-859 routers contain a path traversal vulnerability in the file /hedwig.cgi of the component HTTP POST Request Handler. Manipulation of the argument service with the input ../../../../htdocs/webinc/getcfg/DHCPS6.BRIDGE-1.xml allows for the leakage of session data potentially enabling privilege escalation and unauthorized control of the device. This vulnerability affects legacy D-Link products. All associated hardware revisions have reached their end-of-life (EOL) or end-of-service (EOS) life cycle and should be retired and replaced per vendor instructions.
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
D-Link DIR-859from your environment.Retire and replace the device; discontinue use of the product as all hardware revisions are end-of-life/end-of-service and the vendor confirmed the product is end-of-life.
- Compensating control
Follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services.
Event History
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.