Overview

On August 25, 2025, a third party reported a D-Link Aquila Pro AI R15 AX1500 Smart Home Router hardware revision Ax with firmware version 1.20.01 (a/k 1.20b01) or earlier, containing an Authenticated Command Injection vulnerability.  

When D-Link became aware of the reported security issues, we promptly started investigating and developing security patches. Patches were released within 90 days of the vulnerability report.

D-Link takes network security and user privacy very seriously. We have a dedicated task force and product management team available to address evolving security issues and implement necessary security measures. 

Report information  

      3rd Party Report    Lee Jungju jungju817 _at_ gmail _dot_ com

               Vulnerability Type: Command Injection

                  CVE-2025-60854 - Link - Command Injection in httpd due to insufficient validation of user input

                                    - Description: By manipulating the model name parameter during a password change request in the web administrator page, it is possible to trigger a command injection in httpd.
                                    - Impact: An attacker with access to the router’s administrator page could execute arbitrary system commands on the device.

Affected Models

Regarding the Security Update for Your D-Link Device

Installing software updates is critical in addressing security vulnerabilities in your D-Link devices. D-Link strongly urges all users to install the relevant updates and regularly check for further updates. After downloading the software update, it is essential to ALWAYS validate its success by comparing the software version on your product interface to the software update version.

Please note that beta software, beta firmware, or a hot-fix release is still undergoing rigorous testing before its official release. This ensures that the software is of the highest quality and meets our stringent standards. However, it is essential to understand that the user assumes all risk and liability for its use. D-Link does not provide express or implied warranties regarding the suitability or usability of the beta software, beta firmware, or hot-fix release. D-Link will not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, or consequential loss suffered by any party due to their use of the beta firmware, beta software, or hit-fix release.

NOTE: Our products have different hardware revisions, so please check your device’s hardware revision before downloading the corresponding firmware update. The hardware revision can be found on the product label next to the serial number or on the device's web interface.