This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DAP-2020 Wi-Fi access points. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of CGI scripts. 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 root.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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D-Link DAP-2020 |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-11369 is classified as critical due to the potential for arbitrary code execution without authentication.
To fix ZDI-CAN-11369, update the D-Link DAP-2020 to the latest firmware version provided by D-Link.
Users of D-Link DAP-2020 Wi-Fi access points are affected by ZDI-CAN-11369.
Network-adjacent attackers can exploit ZDI-CAN-11369 due to the lack of authentication requirements in the vulnerability.
If your D-Link DAP-2020 is vulnerable to ZDI-CAN-11369, it is crucial to immediately apply the recommended firmware update to mitigate risk.