CVE-2012-10021
CRITICALCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
55.3%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
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SSVC status
Description
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in D-Link DIR-605L Wireless N300 Cloud Router firmware versions 1.12 and 1.13 via the getAuthCode() function. The flaw arises from unsafe usage of sprintf() when processing user-supplied CAPTCHA data via the FILECODE parameter in /goform/formLogin. A remote unauthenticated attacker can exploit this to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the device.
Technical Details
- Published
- 7/31/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-10021?
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in D-Link DIR-605L Wireless N300 Cloud Router firmware versions 1.12 and 1.13 via the getAuthCode() function. The flaw arises from unsafe usage of sprintf() when processing user-supplied CAPTCHA data via the FILECODE parameter in /goform/formLogin. A remote unauthenticated attacker can exploit this to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the device.
Is CVE-2012-10021 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2012-10021 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 55.3%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2012-10021?
CVE-2012-10021 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
Is CVE-2012-10021 affecting your environment?
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