CVE-2023-51617: D-Link DIR-X3260 prog.cgi SetWanSettings Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

D-Link DIR-X3260 prog.cgi SetWanSettings Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DIR-X3260 routers. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the prog.cgi binary, which handles HNAP requests made to the lighttpd webserver listening on TCP ports 80 and 443. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before copying it to a fixed-length stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-21594.

Affected Software

3 affected components
D-Link DIR-X3260
All of the following
Dlink Dir-x3260 Firmware<1.04b01
Dlink DIR-X3260

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:36 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51617?

CVE-2023-51617 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-51617?

To mitigate CVE-2023-51617, update the D-Link DIR-X3260 router's firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-51617?

CVE-2023-51617 affects users of the D-Link DIR-X3260 router running firmware versions up to 1.04b01.

4

Can CVE-2023-51617 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-51617 can be exploited by network-adjacent attackers with authentication.

5

What impacts can CVE-2023-51617 cause?

CVE-2023-51617 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected D-Link DIR-X3260 routers, potentially compromising the device.

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