Is CVE-2023-39668 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-39668 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-39668 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-39668 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-39668?

CVE-2023-39668 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-39668

CWE-120Published: August 18, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

D-Link DIR-868L fw_revA_1-12_eu_multi_20170316 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the param_2 parameter in the inet_ntoa() function.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A buffer overflow vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-868L router, specifically within the inet_ntoa function, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

There is no public exploit known for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest firmware updates from D-Link. Restrict access to the router management interface to trusted internal networks.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-39668 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.