Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in D-Link DWR-M960 WLAN Encryption Configuration
CVE-2026-2928

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

D-link
Status
Dwr-m960
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-2928?

A noteworthy stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the D-Link DWR-M960 router, specifically in the WLAN Encryption Configuration Endpoint function sub_452CCC. This weakness is triggered by improper handling of the submit-url argument, allowing an attacker to execute malicious code remotely. With the exploit publicly available, it poses significant risks to users who have not yet patched their devices, potentially compromising their network security.

Affected Version(s)

DWR-M960 1.01.07

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-2026-2928 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.347275
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.347275
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.754500
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CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
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

LX-66-LX (VulDB User)
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