CVE-2023-43206
CWE-77Published: September 20, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
D-LINK DWL-6610 FW_v_4.3.0.8B003C was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the function web_cert_download_handler. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the certDownload parameter.
Risk Analysis
This vulnerability is a command injection flaw in the D-Link DWL-6610 access point firmware. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the device, warranting a critical CVSS score of 9.8 due to its remote exploitability and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
There is no public exploit known for this vulnerability, and it is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog.
Users should check for and apply the latest firmware updates provided by D-Link for the DWL-6610AP.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-43206 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-2023-43206 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts