CVE-2026-16327: Unrestricted Upload in D-Link DNS-320
CVE-2026-16327 is a medium severity vulnerability in D-Link DNS-320 version 1.0.2 involving unrestricted file upload via the /web/web_file/upload.php endpoint. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the File argument to upload arbitrary files. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed but no official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The D-Link DNS-320 device running firmware version 1.0.2 contains a vulnerability in the file upload functionality at /web/web_file/upload.php. By manipulating the File argument, an attacker can perform an unrestricted upload of files remotely. This could potentially allow unauthorized files to be placed on the device. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 (medium severity) with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is provided, and the remediation level is unknown.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to the device without restrictions. This could lead to unauthorized file placement, potentially enabling further compromise or disruption of the device's operation. The impact is rated medium based on the CVSS score and partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the device's management interface and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
CVE-2026-16327: Unrestricted Upload in D-Link DNS-320
Description
CVE-2026-16327 is a medium severity vulnerability in D-Link DNS-320 version 1.0.2 involving unrestricted file upload via the /web/web_file/upload.php endpoint. This flaw allows remote attackers to manipulate the File argument to upload arbitrary files. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed but no official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.9medium
Affected software
cpe:2.3:h:d-link:dns-320:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The D-Link DNS-320 device running firmware version 1.0.2 contains a vulnerability in the file upload functionality at /web/web_file/upload.php. By manipulating the File argument, an attacker can perform an unrestricted upload of files remotely. This could potentially allow unauthorized files to be placed on the device. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 base score of 6.9 (medium severity) with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is provided, and the remediation level is unknown.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files to the device without restrictions. This could lead to unauthorized file placement, potentially enabling further compromise or disruption of the device's operation. The impact is rated medium based on the CVSS score and partial impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the device's management interface and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-20T17:50:18.490Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a5eb96f2a4a8d5989fe9323
Added to database: 07/21/2026, 00:12:31 UTC
Last enriched: 07/21/2026, 00:26:38 UTC
Last updated: 07/21/2026, 07:28:57 UTC
Views: 15
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