D-Link’s Retirement Plan: Trade Your Router Before Hackers Do It for You!

If you’re clinging to an old D-Link VPN router, it’s time to let go. A serious remote code execution vulnerability is urging you to retire and replace these devices. D-Link even offers a 20% discount on a new model. Don’t let your outdated tech leak more than just nostalgia!

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Hot Take:

Looks like it’s time for a router retirement party, courtesy of D-Link! Grab your confetti, because those old VPN routers are about to shuffle off to the great tech graveyard in the sky. The good news? You might get a discount on a shiny new model, if you’re not too busy dodging cyber bullets from the latest remote code execution vulnerability!

Key Points:

  • Older D-Link VPN routers face a severe remote code execution vulnerability.
  • Details about the vulnerability are sparse, but it’s linked to a buffer overflow bug.
  • D-Link advises replacing the affected models to avoid potential security risks.
  • No patches will be issued for the outdated models, but a 20% discount is offered for a new router.
  • Keeping device passwords updated and enabling Wi-Fi encryption is strongly recommended.

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