This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of D-Link DIR-1935 routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of HNAP login requests. The issue results from the lack of proper implementation of the authentication algorithm. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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D-Link DIR-1935 |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-16142 is categorized as high due to the potential for remote exploitation.
To fix ZDI-CAN-16142, update the D-Link DIR-1935 router to the latest firmware version as recommended by D-Link.
ZDI-CAN-16142 affects installations of D-Link DIR-1935 routers that have not been updated to the patched firmware.
ZDI-CAN-16142 enables network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication, allowing unauthorized access to the router.
ZDI-CAN-16142 is caused by improper handling of HNAP login requests, leading to the ability to exploit the system without authentication.