CVE-2026-5311: Improper Access Controls in D-Link DNS-120
CVE-2026-5311 is a medium severity vulnerability affecting multiple D-Link DNS series devices up to firmware version 20260205. The flaw exists in the Webdav_Access_List function within /cgi-bin/file_center. cgi, where manipulation of the cmd argument leads to improper access controls. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication. Although the exploit code has been publicly released, there is no information about known active exploitation in the wild. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability in D-Link DNS series devices involves improper access control in the Webdav_Access_List function of the file_center.cgi script. By manipulating the cmd argument, an attacker can bypass intended access restrictions remotely. The issue affects a broad range of D-Link models and firmware versions up to 20260205. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, indicating medium severity with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and partial impact on confidentiality.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a remote attacker to bypass access controls on affected D-Link devices, potentially enabling unauthorized access to device functions or data. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction. The partial confidentiality impact suggests some sensitive information could be exposed. There is no indication of integrity or availability impact. No active exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users should monitor D-Link's advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting remote access to the affected devices' management interfaces and disabling WebDAV services if not needed may reduce exposure.
CVE-2026-5311: Improper Access Controls in D-Link DNS-120
Description
CVE-2026-5311 is a medium severity vulnerability affecting multiple D-Link DNS series devices up to firmware version 20260205. The flaw exists in the Webdav_Access_List function within /cgi-bin/file_center. cgi, where manipulation of the cmd argument leads to improper access controls. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication. Although the exploit code has been publicly released, there is no information about known active exploitation in the wild. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability in D-Link DNS series devices involves improper access control in the Webdav_Access_List function of the file_center.cgi script. By manipulating the cmd argument, an attacker can bypass intended access restrictions remotely. The issue affects a broad range of D-Link models and firmware versions up to 20260205. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 6.9, indicating medium severity with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and partial impact on confidentiality.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a remote attacker to bypass access controls on affected D-Link devices, potentially enabling unauthorized access to device functions or data. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction. The partial confidentiality impact suggests some sensitive information could be exposed. There is no indication of integrity or availability impact. No active exploitation in the wild has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or workaround information is provided, users should monitor D-Link's advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restricting remote access to the affected devices' management interfaces and disabling WebDAV services if not needed may reduce exposure.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-01T12:13:33.464Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69cd7b33e6bfc5ba1df49826
Added to database: 4/1/2026, 8:08:19 PM
Last enriched: 4/10/2026, 12:07:04 AM
Last updated: 5/17/2026, 3:52:35 AM
Views: 85
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