CVE-2023-39668

D-Link DIR-868L fw_revA_1-12_eu_multi_20170316 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the param_2 parameter in the inet_ntoa() function

published August 18, 2023

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

โš ๏ธ A sneaky buffer overflow hides in the D-Link DIR-868L, triggered by a parameter that might just ruin your day! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Think of it like a fast-food drive-thru where the order system gets overloaded โ€” if too many items are added too quickly, it spills over and causes chaos in the kitchen! An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially crash the device or execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access. In the worst-case scenario, it could even turn your router into a launchpad for further attacks!

Put simply

Think of it like a fast-food drive-thru where the order system gets overloaded โ€” if too many items are added too quickly, it spills over and causes chaos in the kitchen! This buffer overflow resides in the inet_ntoa() function, where improper handling of the param_2 parameter could lead to memory corruption and control over the device's operation.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially crash the device or execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access. In the worst-case scenario, it could even turn your router into a launchpad for further attacks! To mitigate this risk, ensure your D-Link DIR-868L firmware is updated to the latest version and monitor for any patches released by D-Link. Regularly check your device settings and scan for vulnerabilities! You've got this! Stay proactive and secure your network like the hero you are! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01443 ยท 73.0th percentile
Published
2023-08-18T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 AUG 00:00Z
    D-Link DIR-868L fw_revA_1-12_eu_multi_20170316 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the param_2 parameter in the inet_ntoa() function
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