CVE-2012-6297

CVE-2012-6297 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dd-wrt with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-352.

Key facts

Description

Command Injection vulnerability exists via a CSRF in DD-WRT 24-sp2 from specially crafted configuration values containing shell meta-characters, which could let a remote malicious user cause a Denial of Service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-6297?
Command Injection vulnerability exists via a CSRF in DD-WRT 24-sp2 from specially crafted configuration values containing shell meta-characters, which could let a remote malicious user cause a Denial of Service.
How severe is CVE-2012-6297?
CVE-2012-6297 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2012-6297 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-6297?
CVE-2012-6297 affects Dd-wrt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6297?
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-2012-6297 published?
CVE-2012-6297 was published on 2020-02-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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