CVE-2022-26510 Missing authorization in InRouter302

Critical 9.9 Published 12 May 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

An attacker can trigger a firmware update via a crafted HTTP request due to missing authorization checks, potentially leading to code execution.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2022-26510?

CVE-2022-26510 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in InHand Networks InRouter302, published on 12 May 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A firmware update vulnerability exists in the iburn firmware checks functionality of InHand Networks InRouter302 V3.5.37. A specially-crafted HTTP request can lead to firmware update. An attacker can send a sequence of requests to trigger this vulnerability.

Weakness: CWE-347

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-26510?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Inhandnetworks Ir302 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-26510?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-26510 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-2022-26510 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-26510 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-567v-8x5m-wxxw.