CVE-2025-29165
Critical
Description
An issue in D-Link DIR-1253 MESH V1.6.1684 allows an attacker to escalate privileges via the etc/shadow.sample component
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductDlink Dir-1253 Firmware
PublishedMar 5, 2026
First seenMar 5, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-269Improper privilege management
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| dlink dir-1253_firmware | 1.6.1684 | — |
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