Least Privilege Violation in D-Link DCS-5615 Webserver
CVE-2026-11497

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

D-link
Status
Dcs-5615
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-11497?

A vulnerability exists in the D-Link DCS-5615's Boa Webserver, specifically impacting the configuration file located at /etc/conf.d/boa/boa.conf. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate system permissions, leading to a least privilege violation that can be exploited remotely. The details have been publicly disclosed, highlighting a critical need for users to secure their devices against potential unauthorized access.

Affected Version(s)

DCS-5615 1.01.00

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-2026-11497 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/369117
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/369117/cti
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-11497
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
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

yinfantasy (VulDB User)
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