Stack-based Buffer Overflow in D-Link Devices Due to my_cgi.cgi
CVE-2014-125117

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

D-link

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 July 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2014-125117?

A stack-based buffer overflow has been identified in the my_cgi.cgi component of select D-Link devices, including the DSP-W215 version 1.02. This vulnerability can be exploited through a crafted HTTP POST request directed at the /common/info.cgi endpoint. An attacker without authentication can leverage this flaw to execute arbitrary code with system-level privileges, potentially compromising the device's integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

DSP-W215 1.02

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V4

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Craig Heffner
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CVE-2014-125117 : Stack-based Buffer Overflow in D-Link Devices Due to my_cgi.cgi