Vulnerability Intelligence Report
CVE-2025-55581
D-Link DCS-825L firmware version 1.08.01 and possibly prior versions contain an insecure implementation in the mydlink-watch-dog.sh script. The script monitors and respawns the `dcp` and `signalc` binaries without validating their integrity, origin, or permissions. An attacker with filesystem access (e.g., via UART or firmware modification) may replace these binaries to achieve persistent arbitrary code execution with root privileges. The issue stems from improper handling of executable trust and absence of integrity checks in the watchdog logic.
No Active Exploit Signals
CVSS Base Score
7.3
HIGH
Exploitability:1.9
Impact Score:5.5
EPSS Probability:0.17%
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Attack Surface
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Authentication
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Weaponization
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SSVC Action
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Weaknesses (CWE)
Affected Products & Versions
| Vendor | Product | Affected Versions |
|---|---|---|
| dlink | dcs-825l_firmware | all |
| dlink | dcs-825l | all |
References & Technical Advisories
No reference links found.
Threat Intelligence Signals
EPSS Score
0.165%
GitHub Advisory
Identity & Timeline
| Status | PUBLISHED |
| Assigning Authority | MITRE Corporation · N/A · USA |
| Reserved | 2025-08-13T00:00:00 |
| Published | 2025-08-22T00:00:00 |
| Last Updated | 2025-08-22T18:36:28 |
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