CVE-2021-42783 Missing Authentication in debug_post_set.cgi in D-Link DWR-932C E1 Firmware 1.0.0.4

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Unauthenticated attackers can execute administrative actions on D-Link DWR-932C E1 routers via the debug_post_set.cgi endpoint.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2021-42783?

CVE-2021-42783 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in D-Link DWR-932C E1, published on 23 Nov 2021. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Missing Authentication for Critical Function vulnerability in debug_post_set.cgi of D-Link DWR-932C E1 firmware allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute administrative actions.

Weakness: CWE-306

Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-42783?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dlink Dwr-932c E1 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2021-42783?

No fix has been published for CVE-2021-42783 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2021-42783 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-42783 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-crhj-frp3-x49w.

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