ZDI-CAN-21616: ZDI-23-1324: D-Link DIR-3040 prog.cgi SetDynamicDNSSettings Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Sep 7, 2023
·Updated
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of D-Link DIR-3040 routers. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
Affected Software
1 affected component
D-Link DIR-3040
Event History
Sep 7, 2023
Advisory Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
05:00 AM
Description
Feb 2, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·02:05 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-21616?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-21616 is high due to the potential for arbitrary code execution on affected D-Link DIR-3040 routers.
2
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-21616?
To fix ZDI-CAN-21616, update the D-Link DIR-3040 firmware to the latest version provided by D-Link.
3
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-21616?
Users with D-Link DIR-3040 routers who have installed vulnerable firmware are affected by ZDI-CAN-21616.
4
Is authentication required for exploiting ZDI-CAN-21616?
Yes, authentication is required for an attacker to exploit the ZDI-CAN-21616 vulnerability.
5
What type of attacks can ZDI-CAN-21616 facilitate?
ZDI-CAN-21616 facilitates network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable routers.