The D-Link DIR-823G router is affected by a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code by sending a specially crafted request to the web application. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2021-36787, has a CVSS score of 7.8, making it high severity
An attacker could exploit this flaw to take control of the affected system, leading to full compromise. To mitigate the risk, users are advised to update the firmware to version FW102B08 or later. Additionally, it is recommended to restrict network access to the web interface and only allow trusted sources. Organizations and users are encouraged to apply these security measures promptly to protect their devices and data from potential exploitation. https://www.cert.ssi.gouv.fr/pdf/CERTFR-2024-AVI-0421.pdf