What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-57045?

CVE-2024-57045 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (Critical). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 74.5%.

Which versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2024-57045?

Organizations using the D-Link DIR-859 router with firmware face critical risk from CVE-2024-57045, a improper authentication vulnerability rated CVSS 9.8.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2024-57045?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2024-57045. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 74.5%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2024-57045?

Within 24 hours: Identify all affected systems running the D-Link DIR-859 router with firmware and apply vendor patches immediately. Audit authentication configurations and rotate any potentially compromised credentials.

PHP CVE-2024-57045

CRITICAL

Improper Authentication (CWE-287)

2025-02-18 cve@mitre.org

D-Link PHP Authentication Bypass Dir 859 A3 Firmware

9.8

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

9.8 CRITICAL

AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Network

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 28, 2026 - 18:27 vuln.today

PoC Detected

May 21, 2025 - 13:08 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Feb 18, 2025 - 15:15 nvd

CRITICAL 9.8

DescriptionCVE.org

A vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-859 router with firmware version A3 1.05 and earlier permits unauthorized individuals to bypass the authentication. An attacker can obtain a user name and password by forging a post request to the / getcfg.php page.

AnalysisAI

A vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-859 router with firmware version A3 1.05 and earlier permits unauthorized individuals to bypass the authentication. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 74.5%.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Improper Authentication (CWE-287), which allows attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms to gain unauthorized access. A vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-859 router with firmware version A3 1.05 and earlier permits unauthorized individuals to bypass the authentication. An attacker can obtain a user name and password by forging a post request to the / getcfg.php page. Affected products include: Dlink Dir-859 A3 Firmware.

RemediationAI

No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Implement multi-factor authentication, enforce strong password policies, use proven authentication frameworks.