CVE-2018-17065: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Sep 15 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered on D-Link DIR-816 A2 1.10 B05 devices. Within the handler function of the /goform/DDNS route, a very long password could lead to a stack-based buffer overflow and overwrite the return address.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dlink Dir-816 A2 Firmware | =1.10_b05 | |
| Dlink Dir-816 A2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-17065.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17065?
The severity of CVE-2018-17065 is critical with a score of 9.8 out of 10.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-17065?
D-Link DIR-816 A2 1.10 B05 devices are affected by CVE-2018-17065.
How can the vulnerability be exploited?
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending a very long password to the /goform/DDNS route, which can lead to a stack-based buffer overflow and overwrite the return address.
Is there a fix available?
There is no known fix available for CVE-2018-17065 at the moment. It is recommended to follow the vendor's advisories for any updates or patches.
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