Is CVE-2022-44808 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-44808 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-44808 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-44808 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-44808?

CVE-2022-44808 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-44808

CWE-78Published: November 22, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A command injection vulnerability has been found on D-Link DIR-823G devices with firmware version 1.02B03 that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary operating system commands through well-designed /HNAP1 requests. Before the HNAP API function can process the request, the system function executes an untrusted command that triggers the vulnerability.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

D-Link DIR-823G devices are vulnerable to command injection via HNAP1 requests, allowing arbitrary OS command execution. This is a critical issue with a 9.8 CVSS score.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in the KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update the device firmware to the latest version and disable remote management if not required.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-44808 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.