Improper Access Controls in D-Link DIR-618 and DIR-605L Routers
CVE-2025-2549

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
D-link
Status
Dir-618
Dir-605l
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 March 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability exists in D-Link DIR-618 and DIR-605L routers due to improper access controls in the formSetPassword functionality. This issue can be exploited by an attacker within the local network, allowing unauthorized manipulation of router settings. The affected products are no longer supported by the vendor, posing a significant risk to users who remain on outdated firmware. Public disclosure of the exploit has heightened concerns regarding the security of these devices.

Affected Version(s)

DIR-605L 2.02

DIR-605L 3.02

DIR-618 2.02

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.

CVE-2025-2549 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.300163
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.300163
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.516791
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Adjacent 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

yhryhryhr_miemie (VulDB User)
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