CVE-2019-20499
CVE-2019-20499 is a high-severity vulnerability in Dlink Dwl-2600ap Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 95% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 95% (100th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Dlink Dwl-2600ap Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
D-Link DWL-2600AP 4.2.0.15 Rev A devices have an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability via the Restore Configuration functionality in the Web interface, using shell metacharacters in the admin.cgi?action=config_restore configRestore or configServerip parameter.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-20499?
- D-Link DWL-2600AP 4.2.0.15 Rev A devices have an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability via the Restore Configuration functionality in the Web interface, using shell metacharacters in the admin.cgi?action=config_restore configRestore or configServerip parameter.
- How severe is CVE-2019-20499?
- CVE-2019-20499 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2019-20499 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 95% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-20499?
- CVE-2019-20499 affects Dlink Dwl-2600ap Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-20499?
- 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-2019-20499 published?
- CVE-2019-20499 was published on 2020-03-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/156952/DLINK-DWL-2600-Authenticated-Remote-Command-Injection.html
- https://supportannouncement.us.dlink.com/announcement/publication.aspx?name=SAP10113
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46841
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:dlink:dwl-2600ap_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
More vulnerabilities in Dlink Dwl-2600ap Firmware
- CVE-2023-0127 — High (CVSS 7.8): A command injection vulnerability in the firmware_update command, in the device's restricted telnet interface, allows…
- CVE-2019-20501 — High (CVSS 7.8): D-Link DWL-2600AP 4.2.0.15 Rev A devices have an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability via the Upgrade…
- CVE-2019-20500 — High (CVSS 7.8): D-Link DWL-2600AP 4.2.0.15 Rev A devices have an authenticated OS command injection vulnerability via the Save…
All CVEs affecting Dlink Dwl-2600ap Firmware →
Other CWE-78 (OS Command Injection) vulnerabilities
- CVE-2026-19188 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): A critical OS command injection vulnerability has been identified in the Haiwell IoT Cloud HMI Gateway product. The…
- CVE-2026-48362 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): ColdFusion is affected by an Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')…
- CVE-2026-16812 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): VeloCloud Orchestrator (VCO) on-prem has a security issue where this issue may allow a remote attacker to access…
- CVE-2026-6516 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): Zohocorp ManageEngine ADAudit Plus versions before 8606 are affected by Unauthenticated Remote code execution due to…
- CVE-2026-46339 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): 9Router is an AI router & token saver. From 0.4.30 until 0.4.37, 9Router's src/proxy.js middleware did not protect…
- CVE-2026-59726 — Critical (CVSS 10.0): Ruflo is an agent meta-harness for Claude Code and Codex. Prior to 3.16.3, ruflo's default docker-compose deployment…