What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-2854?

CVE-2026-2854 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.0%.

Which versions of Dwr M960 Firmware are affected by CVE-2026-2854?

A critical vulnerability in D-Link DWR-M960 routers (CVE-2026-2854) with a CVSS score of 8.8 enables remote attackers to compromise network infrastructure through the NTP configuration endpoint.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2026-2854?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2026-2854. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.0%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2026-2854?

Within 24 hours: Inventory all D-Link DWR-M960 devices running firmware 1.01.07 and isolate affected units from production networks if possible. Within 7 days: Implement network-level access controls restricting administrative access to NTP configuration endpoints and monitor for exploitation attempts. Within 30 days: Monitor D-Link security advisories for patch availability; develop contingency plan to replace affected devices if no patch is released within 60 days.

Dwr M960 Firmware CVE-2026-2854

HIGH

Buffer Overflow (CWE-119)

2026-02-20 cna@vuldb.com

D-Link Buffer Overflow Stack Overflow Dwr M960 Firmware

8.8

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

8.8 HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

Low

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 22:04 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Feb 23, 2026 - 20:28 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Feb 20, 2026 - 20:25 nvd

HIGH 8.8

DescriptionCVE.org

A flaw has been found in D-Link DWR-M960 1.01.07. This impacts the function sub_4611CC of the file /boafrm/formNtp of the component NTP Configuration Endpoint. Executing a manipulation of the argument submit-url can lead to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used.

AnalysisAI

Stack-based buffer overflow in D-Link DWR-M960 firmware version 1.01.07 NTP configuration endpoint allows remote authenticated attackers to achieve complete system compromise through manipulation of the submit-url parameter. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability, and no patch is currently available. The flaw carries a high severity rating with CVSS score of 8.8 due to potential for remote code execution with minimal attack complexity.

Technical ContextAI

Classified as CWE-119 (Buffer Overflow). Affects Dwr-M960 Firmware. A flaw has been found in D-Link DWR-M960 1.01.07. This impacts the function sub_4611CC of the file /boafrm/formNtp of the component NTP Configuration Endpoint. Executing a manipulation of the argument submit-url can lead to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used.

RemediationAI

Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Enable ASLR, DEP/NX, and stack canaries where possible. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.