CVE-2024-41616: Critical severity Dlink Dir-300 Firmware vulnerability
Published Aug 6, 2024
·Updated
D-Link DIR-300 REVA FIRMWARE v1.06B05WW contains hardcoded credentials in the Telnet service.
Affected Software
2 affected components
All of the following
Dlink Dir-300 Firmware=1.06b05_ww
Dlink Dir-300=a
Event History
Aug 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-41616?
CVE-2024-41616 has a high severity due to the presence of hardcoded credentials in the Telnet service, which can lead to unauthorized access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-41616?
To fix CVE-2024-41616, update the D-Link DIR-300 firmware to a version that does not include hardcoded credentials.
3
Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-41616?
CVE-2024-41616 affects D-Link DIR-300 devices running firmware version 1.06B05_WW.
4
What are hardcoded credentials in the context of CVE-2024-41616?
Hardcoded credentials are usernames and passwords that are embedded in the device firmware, making them publicly accessible without authorization.
5
Why is CVE-2024-41616 a concern for network security?
CVE-2024-41616 is a concern for network security because attackers can exploit hardcoded Telnet credentials to gain unrestricted access to the affected device.