Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in D-Link WiFi Extenders
CVE-2020-15631

8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
D-link
Status
Dap-1860
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 July 2020

Summary

This vulnerability targets the D-Link DAP-1860 WiFi extenders, allowing attackers situated on the same network to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the HNAP service. The flaw arises from improper validation of the SOAPAction header, which listeners on TCP port 80, enabling bypass of authentication mechanisms. Successful exploitation can lead to significant control over the device, putting both the network and its users at risk.

Affected Version(s)

DAP-1860 1.04B03_HOTFIX

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-879/
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https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/pub...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

chung96vn - Security Researcher of VinCSS (Member of Vingroup)
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