D-Link Multiple Routers OS Command Injection Vulnerability (CVE-2018-6530)
Severity: critical · Patch status: unpatched · Since 2022-09-08 · CVE-2018-6530
Multiple D-Link routers contain an unspecified vulnerability that allows for execution of OS commands. CISA added CVE-2018-6530 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on Sep 8, 2022, which means attackers are exploiting it in the wild. CISA reports known use in ransomware campaigns.
What to do
- The vendor D-Link published an advisory stating the fix under CVE-2018-20114 properly patches KEV entry CVE-2018-6530. If the device is still supported, apply updates per vendor instructions. If the affected device has since entered its end-of-life, it should be disconnected if still in use.
- US federal agencies must remediate by Sep 29, 2022 (BOD 22-01); treat that as the outer limit.
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