CVE-2024-44401

D-Link DI-8100G 17.12.20A1 is vulnerable to Command Injection via sub47A60C function in the upgrade_filter.asp file

Critical · published September 6, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky command injection vulnerability lurks in the D-Link DI-8100G, making it alarmingly easy for an attacker to run commands on the device! 🔥 Think of it like a waiter who takes your order without checking if it’s safe for the kitchen — the command injection lets hackers serve up whatever malicious commands they want without any filters! An attacker could execute arbitrary commands with the same privileges as the device, potentially leading to full device takeover. This is absolutely devastating, as it could allow attackers to manipulate your network settings, steal sensitive data, or even launch further attacks against connected devices.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who takes your order without checking if it’s safe for the kitchen — the command injection lets hackers serve up whatever malicious commands they want without any filters! The command injection vulnerability exists in the `sub47A60C` function within the `upgrade_filter.asp` file, allowing remote attackers to inject and execute commands in the device's environment.

What to do

An attacker could execute arbitrary commands with the same privileges as the device, potentially leading to full device takeover. This is absolutely devastating, as it could allow attackers to manipulate your network settings, steal sensitive data, or even launch further attacks against connected devices. Immediately update your D-Link DI-8100G to the latest version to patch this vulnerability. Ensure all unnecessary services are disabled and consider implementing firewall rules to restrict access. Regularly audit and monitor for unusual activities. You've got this! With these steps, you'll fortify your defenses and keep your network safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02891 · 86.8th percentile
Published
2024-09-06T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 SEP 00:00Z
    D-Link DI-8100G 17.12.20A1 is vulnerable to Command Injection via sub47A60C function in the upgrade_filter.asp file
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