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CVE-2018-25358

7.5 · HIGH

D-Link DIR601 2.02NA contains a credential disclosure vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve sensitive configuration data by manipulating the table_name parameter in POST r…

Published May 23, 2026CWE-497EPSS 0.58%

Overview

CVE-2018-25358 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 23, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

D-Link DIR601 2.02NA contains a credential disclosure vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to retrieve sensitive configuration data by manipulating the table_name parameter in POST requests. Attackers can send requests to /my_cgi.cgi with table_name values like admin_user, wireless_settings, and wireless_security to extract administrative credentials and wireless network keys in clear text.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-25358?

CVE-2018-25358 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 23, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-25358?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-25358?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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