CVE-2016-10182
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on D-Link DWR-932B routers by injecting commands with backtick characters in the qmiweb interface. It affects all users of this specific router model who haven't applied patches or workarounds.
💻 Affected Systems
- D-Link DWR-932B LTE Router
📦 What is this software?
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
Complete compromise of the router allowing attackers to intercept all network traffic, modify DNS settings, install persistent malware, and pivot to internal network devices.
Likely Case
Router takeover leading to credential theft, man-in-the-middle attacks, and botnet recruitment.
If Mitigated
No impact if router is patched or isolated from untrusted networks.
🎯 Exploit Status
Public exploit code exists and requires minimal technical skill to execute.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Check D-Link support for latest firmware
Vendor Advisory: https://support.dlink.com/
Restart Required: Yes
Instructions:
1. Visit D-Link support site. 2. Download latest firmware for DWR-932B. 3. Log into router admin interface. 4. Navigate to firmware update section. 5. Upload and apply new firmware. 6. Reboot router.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Disable Remote Management
allPrevents external exploitation by disabling WAN access to admin interface
Network Segmentation
allIsolate router management interface to trusted network segments only
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Replace router with a different model that receives security updates
- Place router behind a firewall that blocks all inbound traffic to management ports
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check firmware version in router admin interface and compare with latest available from D-LinkCheck Version:
Log into router web interface and check System Status or Firmware sectionVerify Fix Applied:
Confirm firmware version matches patched release from vendor advisory📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual command execution in system logs
- Multiple failed login attempts followed by successful access
- Unexpected processes running
Network Indicators:
- Unusual outbound connections from router
- DNS hijacking patterns
- Traffic redirection
SIEM Query:
source="router" AND (command="`*" OR process="unexpected" OR login="success from unusual IP")