CVE-2024-38438CWE-294

D-Link - CWE-294: Authentication Bypass by Capture-replay

Critical · published July 21, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An authentication bypass vulnerability in D-Link devices means a crafty attacker could access admin functions without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel with a front desk that never verifies the ID of guests checking in. If anyone can waltz in without a proper ID check, they could access any room they fancy, including the penthouse suite! An attacker leveraging this flaw could gain unauthorized access to sensitive settings or data, effectively running the show from behind the scenes. This is not just a privacy concern—it could lead to complete control over the device and its connected services, putting countless users at risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a front desk that never verifies the ID of guests checking in. If anyone can waltz in without a proper ID check, they could access any room they fancy, including the penthouse suite! This vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass authentication mechanisms by replaying captured session tokens, enabling unauthorized access to the affected D-Link devices.

What to do

An attacker leveraging this flaw could gain unauthorized access to sensitive settings or data, effectively running the show from behind the scenes. This is not just a privacy concern—it could lead to complete control over the device and its connected services, putting countless users at risk! Immediate action is crucial! Update your D-Link devices to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability. Additionally, ensure all devices are configured to use secure passwords and routinely audit your network security settings to prevent unauthorized access. You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your devices and keep your network safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00661 · 51.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-294 · Authentication Bypass by Capture-replay
Published
2024-07-21T07:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 21 JUL 07:19Z
    D-Link - CWE-294: Authentication Bypass by Capture-replay
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