CVE-2022-43109
CWE-77Published: November 3, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
D-Link DIR-823G v1.0.2 was found to contain a command injection vulnerability in the function SetNetworkTomographySettings. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted packet.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability involves a command injection flaw in the D-Link DIR-823G router. With a CVSS score of 9.8, it is considered critical as it allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, though it is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, but it is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Users should check for and apply the latest firmware updates provided by D-Link for the DIR-823G.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-43109 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-43109 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts