ZDI-CAN-19553: ZDI-23-1509: (0Day) D-Link D-View InstallApplication Use of Hard-coded Credentials Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Published Oct 4, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the InstallApplication class. The class contains a hard-coded password for the remotely reachable database. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of D-Link D-View. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 9.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-44411.

Affected Software

1 affected component
D-Link D-View

Event History

Oct 4, 2023
Advisory Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
05:00 AM
Description
Feb 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:05 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-19553?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-19553 is high due to the remote authentication bypass capability.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-19553?

To mitigate ZDI-CAN-19553, update the affected D-Link D-View software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-19553?

Organizations using affected installations of D-Link D-View are at risk due to this vulnerability.

4

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-19553?

ZDI-CAN-19553 is classified as an authentication bypass vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with ZDI-CAN-19553?

Attackers can exploit ZDI-CAN-19553 to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access to the affected D-Link D-View installations.

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