D-Link DWM-222W USB Wi-Fi Adapter Brute-Force Protection Bypass Vulnerability
Vulnerability
A brute-force protection bypass vulnerability has been identified in the D-Link DWM-222W USB Wi-Fi adapter, all versions prior to 1.02.00. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated adjacent network attackers to bypass login attempt limits, enabling them to perform brute-force attacks to gain control over the device.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected device.
Remediation
Users are advised to update the device's firmware to version 1.02.00 or later.
Added: Apr 24, 2026, 4:19 AM
Updated: Apr 24, 2026, 4:19 AM
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