ZDI-CAN-21617: ZDI-23-1325: D-Link DIR-3040 prog.cgi SetQuickVPNSettings Password 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-21617?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-21617 is critical as it allows arbitrary code execution on affected D-Link DIR-3040 routers.
2
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-21617?
To fix ZDI-CAN-21617, update the D-Link DIR-3040 firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.
3
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-21617?
ZDI-CAN-21617 affects users of the D-Link DIR-3040 router that have not applied the necessary firmware updates.
4
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-CAN-21617?
Yes, authentication is required for an attacker to exploit ZDI-CAN-21617 on D-Link DIR-3040 routers.
5
What can attackers achieve by exploiting ZDI-CAN-21617?
By exploiting ZDI-CAN-21617, attackers can execute arbitrary code on the affected D-Link DIR-3040 routers.