PatchTheCVECVE-2024-57440: D-Link DSL-3788 revA1 1.01R1B036_EU_EN is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via the COMM_MAKECustomMsg function of
CVE-2024-57440 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting dsl-3788 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
D-Link DSL-3788 revA1 1.01R1B036_EU_EN is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via the COMM_MAKECustomMsg function of the webproc cgi
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 43%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-121 |
| Published | 2025-03-20 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-57440?
dsl-3788 firmware: upgrade to 1.01R1B037. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-57440 being exploited?
CVE-2024-57440 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-57440 affect?
CVE-2024-57440 affects dsl-3788 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). D-Link DSL-3788 revA1 1.01R1B036_EU_EN is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via the COMM_MAKECustomMsg function of the webproc cgi
How urgent is CVE-2024-57440?
Priority 45/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action