D-Link Router Hacked, Users at Risk of Losing Passwords to Hackers.
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a serious vulnerability in the D-Link DIR-859 Wi-Fi router, allowing hackers to steal sensitive user information, including account names, passwords and other personal data.
The vulnerability is rated as severe 9.8/10 and was discovered in January 2024. However, since the device was discontinued in 2020, D-Link has announced that it will not release a patch. This means that users will have no way to protect themselves from attacks exploiting this vulnerability.
D-Link routers are in the sights of hackers.
D-Link has issued a security advisory, but no patch, leaving users confused and worried about the risk of information theft. Experts recommend that users replace old devices with newer products that are still supported with security updates from the manufacturer.
This is not the first time D-Link devices have been hit with security issues. Previously, another vulnerability in the "fatlady.php" component was also discovered, allowing hackers to take control of the device remotely.
This situation raises a major issue regarding the responsibility of manufacturers to protect users, especially when devices that have been discontinued are still widely used. Users also need to raise their security awareness, regularly update their devices and replace outdated ones to avoid becoming victims of cyber attacks.
