Authorization Bypass in diaowen DWSurvey by diaowen
CVE-2026-18722

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Diaowen

Status
Dwsurvey
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 August 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-18722?

A vulnerability exists in diaowen DWSurvey prior to version 6.14.0, specifically in the DwDeisgnSurveyController.devSurvey function. This flaw allows attackers to bypass authorization controls, enabling unauthorized access to sensitive functions of the Survey Handler component. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, putting installations at risk, especially since the exploit details have been made public. Despite early notification, the vendor has not addressed this critical issue.

Affected Version(s)

DWSurvey 6.0

DWSurvey 6.1

DWSurvey 6.2

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-2026-18722 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/385633
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/385633/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-18722
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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

Stephen Lin (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.