What is the severity of ZDI-22-1705?

The severity of ZDI-22-1705 is critical due to the potential for network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix ZDI-22-1705?

To fix ZDI-22-1705, update the affected D-Link DIR-825 router firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link.

Who is affected by ZDI-22-1705?

ZDI-22-1705 affects installations of D-Link DIR-825/EE routers that utilize the Vimeo plugin for the xupnpd service.

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-22-1705?

No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-22-1705, making it particularly dangerous.

What type of attacks can ZDI-22-1705 enable?

ZDI-22-1705 can enable remote code execution attacks that could lead to complete system compromise.

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ZDI-22-1705

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27/1/2025

ZDI-22-1705: D-Link DIR-825/EE xupnpd Vimeo Plugin Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DIR-825/EE routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the Vimeo plugin for the xupnpd service, which listens on TCP port 4044. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the admin user.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
D-Link DIR-825

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-1705?
The severity of ZDI-22-1705 is critical due to the potential for network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix ZDI-22-1705?
To fix ZDI-22-1705, update the affected D-Link DIR-825 router firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-1705?
ZDI-22-1705 affects installations of D-Link DIR-825/EE routers that utilize the Vimeo plugin for the xupnpd service.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-22-1705?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-22-1705, making it particularly dangerous.
What type of attacks can ZDI-22-1705 enable?
ZDI-22-1705 can enable remote code execution attacks that could lead to complete system compromise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-22-1705?
The severity of ZDI-22-1705 is critical due to the potential for network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix ZDI-22-1705?
To fix ZDI-22-1705, update the affected D-Link DIR-825 router firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link.
Who is affected by ZDI-22-1705?
ZDI-22-1705 affects installations of D-Link DIR-825/EE routers that utilize the Vimeo plugin for the xupnpd service.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-22-1705?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-22-1705, making it particularly dangerous.
What type of attacks can ZDI-22-1705 enable?
ZDI-22-1705 can enable remote code execution attacks that could lead to complete system compromise.