CVE-2025-11097: D-Link DIR-823X · Command Injection
Affects D-Link DIR-823XSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 5.3 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 06:26 UTC
- EPSS
- 4.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 90% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 28 Sep 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-26.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| D-Link DIR-823X | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
1. Immediately restrict remote access to the router's management interface by disabling remote administration or limiting access to trusted IP addresses only. 2. Monitor network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity targeting the /goform/set_device_name endpoint or abnormal command execution patterns. 3. Implement network segmentation to isolate vulnerable routers from critical systems and sensitive data environments. 4. Regularly audit and update router firmware; apply vendor patches as soon as they become available for the DIR-823X model. 5. Employ intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) with signatures or heuristics capable of detecting command injection attempts. 6. Educate network administrators about the vulnerability and encourage immediate action to reduce exposure. 7. Consider replacing affected devices with models from vendors with a stronger security track record if patches are delayed. 8. Use strong, unique credentials for router management interfaces to prevent unauthorized access if authentication is required in other contexts.
Description
A vulnerability has been found in D-Link DIR-823X 250416. Impacted is an unknown function of the file /goform/set_device_name. The manipulation of the argument mac leads to command injection. The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.