CVE-2026-71956: D-Link DWR-M961 Command Injection via app.cgi

Published Aug 8, 2026

Updated

D-Link DWR-M961 devices with hardware version C1 and software version 1.1.2C1202602110044 contain a command injection vulnerability in the app.cgi interface. A remote attacker can inject arbitrary malicious commands into the netDig.ping.dst field, resulting in command execution with root privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component

D-Link DWR-M961=1.1.2_C1_202602110044

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

Upgrade
Upgrade D-Link DWR-M961 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 1.1.2_C1_202602110044

Event History

Aug 8, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:05 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:05 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2026-71956?

CVE-2026-71956 has a critical severity score of 9.8.

How does CVE-2026-71956 allow for command injection?

CVE-2026-71956 enables remote attackers to inject arbitrary commands through the netDig.ping.dst field in the app.cgi interface.

Can CVE-2026-71956 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-71956 can be exploited remotely without authentication.

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2026-71956?

CVE-2026-71956 affects D-Link DWR-M961 devices with hardware version C1 and software version 1.1.2_C1_202602110044.

What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2026-71956?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-71956 can lead to command execution with root privileges on the affected device.