CVE-2022-50596

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 3.64%

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CVE-2022-50596 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. D-Link DIR-1260 Wi-Fi router firmware versions up to and including v1.20B05 contain a command injection vulnerability within the web management interface that allows for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device with root privileges. The flaw specifically exists within the SetDest/Dest/Target arguments to the GetDeviceSettings form. EPSS estimates a 3.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

D-Link DIR-1260 Wi-Fi router firmware versions up to and including v1.20B05 contain a command injection vulnerability within the web management interface that allows for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device with root privileges. The flaw specifically exists within the SetDest/Dest/Target arguments to the GetDeviceSettings form. The management interface is accessible over HTTP and HTTPS on the local and Wi-Fi networks and optionally from the Internet.

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Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DlinkDir-1260 Firmware<= 1.20b05

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Timeline

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Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-50596?
D-Link DIR-1260 Wi-Fi router firmware versions up to and including v1.20B05 contain a command injection vulnerability within the web management interface that allows for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device with root privileges. The flaw specifically exists within the SetDest/Dest/Target arguments to the GetDeviceSettings form. The management interface is accessible over HTTP and HTTPS on the local and Wi-Fi networks and optionally from the Internet.
How severe is CVE-2022-50596?
CVE-2022-50596 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-50596?
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