CVE-2018-17065 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 15 Sep 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A stack-based buffer overflow in the DDNS handler allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on D-Link DIR-816 routers.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-17065?

CVE-2018-17065 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Sep 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

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.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-17065?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Dlink Dir-816 A2 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17065?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-17065 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2018-17065 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-17065 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7w66-rrr8-g736.