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CVE-2022-50596

D-Link Dir-1260 Firmware command injection

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 4.01%
  1. Published6 Nov 2025

Description

D-Link DIR-1260 Wi-Fi router firmware versions up to and including v1.20B05 contain a command injection vulnerability within the web management interface that allows for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device with root privileges. The flaw specifically exists within the SetDest/Dest/Target arguments to the GetDeviceSettings form. The management interface is accessible over HTTP and HTTPS on the local and Wi-Fi networks and optionally from the Internet.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

D-Link Dir-1260 Firmware≤ 1.20b05

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2022-50596 being actively exploited?

CVE-2022-50596 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 4.01%.

How severe is CVE-2022-50596?

CVE-2022-50596 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 4.01% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2022-50596?

Affected products include D-Link Dir-1260 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-50596?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.