Is CVE-2023-26613 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-26613 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-26613 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-26613 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-26613?

CVE-2023-26613 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-26613

CWE-78Published: June 29, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An OS command injection vulnerability in D-Link DIR-823G firmware version 1.02B05 allows unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands via a crafted GET request to EXCU_SHELL.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

This flaw is an OS command injection vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-823G firmware, allowing unauthorized attackers to execute arbitrary system commands via a crafted GET request. The critical CVSS score of 9.8 reflects the high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It is remotely exploitable without authentication.

No public exploit is currently known, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Ensure the device firmware is updated to a patched version beyond 1.02B05.

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-2023-26613 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.