CVE-2026-2175 D-Link DIR-823X set_upnp sub_420618 os command injection

High 8.6 Published 8 Feb 2026 Updated 23 Feb 2026

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary OS commands on D-Link DIR-823X routers via the set_upnp interface.

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

What is CVE-2026-2175?

CVE-2026-2175 is a high-severity command injection vulnerability in D-Link DIR-823X, published on 8 Feb 2026. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A weakness has been identified in D-Link DIR-823X 250416. This vulnerability affects the function sub_420618 of the file /goform/set_upnp. This manipulation of the argument upnp_enable causes os command injection. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. The exploit has been made available to the public and could be used for attacks.

Weakness: CWE-78, CWE-77

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-2175?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dlink Dir-823x Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2175?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-2175 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.

Is CVE-2026-2175 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-2175 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-g74q-8phg-6q8x.