CVE-2018-17786

Name: CVE-2018-17786
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-02T18:29:02.46+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.12%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17786 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. On D-Link DIR-823G devices, ExportSettings.sh, upload_settings.cgi, GetDownLoadSyslog.sh, and upload_firmware.cgi do not require authentication, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 4.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

On D-Link DIR-823G devices, ExportSettings.sh, upload_settings.cgi, GetDownLoadSyslog.sh, and upload_firmware.cgi do not require authentication, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.12%

89.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
D-Link	Dir-823g Firmware	All versions

References

https://xz.aliyun.com/t/2834Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://xz.aliyun.com/t/2834Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 2, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17786?

How severe is CVE-2018-17786?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17786 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17786?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST