A security flaw has been discovered in D-Link DIR-823X 250416. The affected element is the function sub_4208A0 of the file /goform/set_dmz of the component Configuration Handler. The manipulation of the argument dmz_host/dmz_enable results in os command injection. The attack can be executed remotely. The exploit has been released to the public and may be used for attacks.
This vulnerability carries a HIGH severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.2, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity without requiring user interaction . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), integrity (unauthorized modifications), and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 2 products from dlink, from dlink organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2026, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2026-02-08T14:16:26.027
2026-02-11T18:44:51.503
Analyzed
CVSSv3.1: 7.2 (HIGH)
AV:N/AC:L/Au:M/C:C/I:C/A:C
6.4
10.0
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | dlink | dir-823x_firmware | 250416 | Yes |
| Hardware | dlink | dir-823x | - | No |
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