First published: Wed Oct 04 2023(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DIR-1260 and DIR-2150 routers. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the CLI service, which listens on TCP port 23. 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 DIR-2150 |
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ZDI-CAN-19946 is considered a critical severity vulnerability as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected D-Link routers.
To fix ZDI-CAN-19946, update the firmware of your D-Link DIR-2150 and DIR-1260 routers to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.
D-Link DIR-2150 and DIR-1260 routers are affected by ZDI-CAN-19946 if they are running the vulnerable firmware.
ZDI-CAN-19946 allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the router's functionality and security.
Yes, authentication is required to exploit the ZDI-CAN-19946 vulnerability.