CVE-2009-2766

CVE-2009-2766 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dd-wrt with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Description

httpd.c in httpd in the management GUI in DD-WRT 24 sp1 does not require administrative authentication for programs under cgi-bin/, which allows remote attackers to change settings via HTTP requests.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-2766?
httpd.c in httpd in the management GUI in DD-WRT 24 sp1 does not require administrative authentication for programs under cgi-bin/, which allows remote attackers to change settings via HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2009-2766?
CVE-2009-2766 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-2766 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-2766?
CVE-2009-2766 affects Dd-wrt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2766?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2009-2766 published?
CVE-2009-2766 was published on 2009-08-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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