CVE-2017-11436 describes a critical backdoor vulnerability in D-Link DIR-615 routers, specifically versions prior to v20.12PTb04. This flaw allows remote attackers to gain full access via a TELNET connection due to a hardcoded second administrator account. With a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL), this vulnerability poses a significant risk of complete compromise (confidentiality, integrity, and availability) with low attack complexity and no user interaction required. While no public exploit code or active exploitation has been observed, and community discussion is minimal, the inherent backdoor nature makes it a severe security concern.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 20.12ptb01CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:dlink:dir-615:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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