CVE-2023-43241

D-Link DIR-823G v1.0.2B05 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via parameter TXPower and GuardInt in SetWLanRadioSecurity

published September 21, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
69.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky stack overflow lurks in the D-Link DIR-823G! It can be triggered through the TXPower and GuardInt parameters — think of it as a traffic jam caused by oversized delivery trucks trying to squeeze through a narrow alley! 📦 This vulnerability is like allowing a massive delivery truck into a narrow alleyway: the truck gets stuck, creating a backlog and potential chaos. In this case, the stack overflow can disrupt your network's stability, much like traffic halting the flow in a typically busy street. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to service interruptions, causing your network to become unresponsive. While it doesn’t seem to be actively targeted right now, having a vulnerable router is like leaving the back door open — you never know when unwanted guests may come knocking!

Put simply

This vulnerability is like allowing a massive delivery truck into a narrow alleyway: the truck gets stuck, creating a backlog and potential chaos. In this case, the stack overflow can disrupt your network's stability, much like traffic halting the flow in a typically busy street. The vulnerability in D-Link DIR-823G v1.0.2B05 occurs due to improper handling of the TXPower and GuardInt parameters in the SetWLanRadioSecurity function, which can lead to a stack overflow and potentially disrupt the device's functions.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to service interruptions, causing your network to become unresponsive. While it doesn’t seem to be actively targeted right now, having a vulnerable router is like leaving the back door open — you never know when unwanted guests may come knocking! To safeguard your network, update your D-Link DIR-823G to the latest firmware version as soon as it becomes available. Regularly check for updates, and consider implementing network segmentation to limit exposure in case of unexpected vulnerabilities. You've got this! Stay proactive with your network security, and you'll keep those pesky vulnerabilities at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01283 · 69.9th percentile
Published
2023-09-21T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 SEP 00:00Z
    D-Link DIR-823G v1.0.2B05 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via parameter TXPower and GuardInt in SetWLanRadioSecurity
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