CVE-2018-10823
HighExploitedPublic exploitAn issue was discovered on D-Link DWR-116 through 1.06, DWR-512 through 2.02, DWR-712 through 2.02, DWR-912 through 2.02, DWR-921 through 2.02, and DWR-111 through 1.01 devices.
Published Oct 17, 2018 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2018-10823 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Dwr-111 Firmware (Dlink), Dwr-116 Firmware (Dlink), Dwr-512 Firmware (Dlink) and 1 more product.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 17, 2018. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Dwr-111 Firmware <=1.01, Dwr-116 Firmware <=1.06, Dwr-512 Firmware <=2.02.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
78%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
An issue was discovered on D-Link DWR-116 through 1.06, DWR-512 through 2.02, DWR-712 through 2.02, DWR-912 through 2.02, DWR-921 through 2.02, and DWR-111 through 1.01 devices. An authenticated attacker may execute arbitrary code by injecting the shell command into the chkisg.htm page Sip parameter. This allows for full control over the device internals.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 14, 2021 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 17, 2018 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Dwr-111 FirmwareDlink | See advisory | 1.01 |
| Dwr-116 FirmwareDlink | See advisory | 1.06 |
| Dwr-512 FirmwareDlink | See advisory | 2.02 |
| Dwr-912 FirmwareDlink | See advisory | 2.02 |
Patched Releases
Dwr-111 Firmware
<=1.01
Dwr-116 Firmware
<=1.06
Dwr-512 Firmware
<=2.02
Dwr-912 Firmware
<=2.02
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 17, 2018
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 17, 2018
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 14, 2021
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
An issue was discovered on D-Link DWR-116 through 1.06, DWR-512 through 2.02, DWR-712 through 2.02, DWR-912 through 2.02, DWR-921 through 2.02, and DWR-111 through 1.01 devices.
Affected: Dwr-111 Firmware (Dlink); Dwr-116 Firmware (Dlink); Dwr-512 Firmware (Dlink), among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 17, 2018.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Dwr-111 Firmware <=1.01, Dwr-116 Firmware <=1.06, Dwr-512 Firmware <=2.02.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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