CVE-2022-43642

Description

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DIR-825 1.0.9/EE routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the YouTube plugin for the xupnpd service, which listens on TCP port 4044. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the admin user. Was ZDI-CAN-19222.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
EPSS 0.58%
Vendor Advisory dlink.com
Affected: D-Link DIR-825
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1701/ third party advisory vdb entry
https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10319 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-43642?
CVE-2022-43642 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-43642?
To fix CVE-2022-43642, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-43642 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-43642 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-43642?
CVE-2022-43642 affects D-Link DIR-825.
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