Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in D-Link DIR-823G Router
CVE-2023-44836

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
D-Link
Status
Dir-823g Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 October 2023

Summary

The D-Link DIR-823G router is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability triggered by the SSID parameter within the SetWLanRadioSettings function. This flaw can be exploited by attackers to perform a Denial of Service (DoS) attack, rendering the affected device inoperable. Proper safeguards should be implemented to mitigate potential exploitation and ensure network stability.

References

https://www.dlink.com/en/security-bulletin/
https://github.com/bugfinder0/public_bug/tree/main/dlink/...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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