CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-3936: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Jun 02 2014(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the do_hnap function in www/my_cgi.cgi in D-Link DSP-W215 (Rev. A1) with firmware 1.01b06 and earlier, DIR-505 with firmware before 1.08b10, and DIR-505L with firmware 1.01 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Content-Length header in a GetDeviceSettings action in an HNAP request.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
D-Link DIR-505L SharePort Mobile Companion Firmware<=1.07
Dlink Dir505 Shareport Mobile Companion Firmware=a1
Dlink Dir-505l Shareport Mobile Companion Firmware<=1.01
Dlink Dir-505l Shareport Mobile Companion Firmware=a1
D-Link DSP-W215<=1.01
D-Link DSP-W215=a1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-3936?

    CVE-2014-3936 is rated as high severity due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-3936?

    To mitigate CVE-2014-3936, update the firmware of affected D-Link devices to the latest version available.

  • Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-3936?

    CVE-2014-3936 affects D-Link DSP-W215, DIR-505, and DIR-505L devices running specific vulnerable firmware versions.

  • What type of attack is possible using CVE-2014-3936?

    CVE-2014-3936 can be exploited through a stack-based buffer overflow via a manipulated Content-Length header.

  • Is there a risk of data loss with CVE-2014-3936?

    Yes, exploiting CVE-2014-3936 could potentially lead to data loss and unauthorized access to the affected device.

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