CVE-2014-8888

The remote administration interface in D-Link DIR-815 devices with firmware before 2.03.B02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via vectors…

published April 12, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
92.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Remote command execution is on the table! An attacker can execute arbitrary commands on D-Link DIR-815 devices with outdated firmware, making it a playground for mischief. 🔥 Think of it like a hotel where the front desk staff can give any guest keys to any room without checking their ID. This flaw lets remote attackers gain similar unauthorized access, opening the door to all sorts of trouble! An attacker could remotely manipulate your device, executing any command they wish. This means they might snoop on your network, change settings, or even pivot to other devices on the same network. The potential for chaos is mind-blowingly simple!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel where the front desk staff can give any guest keys to any room without checking their ID. This flaw lets remote attackers gain similar unauthorized access, opening the door to all sorts of trouble! This vulnerability exists in the remote administration interface of D-Link DIR-815 devices running firmware prior to 2.03.B02. It allows attackers to exploit an HTTP command injection issue, enabling them to execute arbitrary commands without proper authorization.

What to do

An attacker could remotely manipulate your device, executing any command they wish. This means they might snoop on your network, change settings, or even pivot to other devices on the same network. The potential for chaos is mind-blowingly simple! To secure your device, patch your firmware to version 2.03.B02 or later immediately. Also, consider disabling remote management altogether unless absolutely necessary. Regularly monitor and audit your network for any anomalies. You've got this! Follow these steps, and you'll have your device secured in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05313 · 92.6th percentile
Published
2018-04-12T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 APR 21:00Z
    The remote administration interface in D-Link DIR-815 devices with firmware before 2.03.B02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via vectors…
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