D-Link DCS-6501LH Vulnerability in Media Service with Hard-coded Credentials
CVE-2026-125079

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

D-link
Status
Dcs-6501lh
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 November 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-125079?

A security flaw has been identified in the D-Link DCS-6501LH network camera, specifically within the Media Service component. The vulnerability is triggered by manipulating the 'pin_code' argument in the /mnt/conf/SystemConfig.ini file. This flaw allows for the exploitation of hard-coded credentials, potentially enabling unauthorized remote access to the device. As the exploit has been publicly disclosed, it poses a considerable risk to users if not addressed promptly.

Affected Version(s)

DCS-6501LH 3.03.02

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-2026-125079 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/433190
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/433190/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-125079
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

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

BenSmith (VulDB User)
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