What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-2881?

CVE-2026-2881 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-2026-2881?

A critical vulnerability in D-Link DWR-M960 wireless routers allows unauthenticated attackers to bypass firewall protections, potentially exposing internal networks and sensitive data.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2026-2881?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2026-2881. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.0%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2026-2881?

Within 24 hours: Identify all D-Link DWR-M960 devices running firmware 1.01.07 in your environment and isolate them from critical network segments. Within 7 days: Implement network segmentation to limit affected device access and deploy WAF rules to block exploitation attempts against the /boafrm/formFirewallAdv endpoint. Within 30 days: Replace affected devices with patched alternatives or upgrade to newer D-Link models with available security patches; contact D-Link support for firmware availability and deploy endpoint monitoring for signs of compromise.

Dwr M960 Firmware CVE-2026-2881

HIGH

Buffer Overflow (CWE-119)

2026-02-21 cna@vuldb.com

Buffer Overflow D-Link 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

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 - 20:25 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Feb 21, 2026 - 20:16 nvd

HIGH 8.8

DescriptionCVE.org

A vulnerability has been found in D-Link DWR-M960 1.01.07. This vulnerability affects the function sub_425FF8 of the file /boafrm/formFirewallAdv of the component Advanced Firewall Configuration Endpoint. Such manipulation of the argument submit-url leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

AnalysisAI

Remote code execution in D-Link DWR-M960 firmware through stack-based buffer overflow in the Advanced Firewall Configuration endpoint allows authenticated attackers to achieve complete system compromise. The vulnerability exists in the /boafrm/formFirewallAdv component where improper input validation on the submit-url parameter enables stack overflow attacks. Public exploit code is available and no patch has been released.

Technical ContextAI

Classified as CWE-119 (Buffer Overflow). Affects Dwr-M960 Firmware. A vulnerability has been found in D-Link DWR-M960 1.01.07. This vulnerability affects the function sub_425FF8 of the file /boafrm/formFirewallAdv of the component Advanced Firewall Configuration Endpoint. Such manipulation of the argument submit-url leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public 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.