VAST VIEW D-Link Admits It Can't Patch New Zero-Day Flaws Hitting Its DGS-3130 Switches
D-Link is warning customers of multiple unpatched security holes in its DGS-3130 series switches, urging businesses to apply workarounds now since no official fix is available yet.
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D-Link has issued an alert about several zero-day vulnerabilities affecting its DGS-3130 series managed Gigabit stackable switches, according to BleepingComputer. The flaws remain unpatched, meaning the company currently has no official software fix ready to close the security gaps.
Instead of a patch, D-Link has published mitigation steps designed to help network administrators reduce the risk of exploitation while a permanent solution is developed. These switches are typically deployed in business and enterprise networks, making unaddressed vulnerabilities a potential entry point for attackers targeting organizational infrastructure.
BleepingComputer reports that D-Link is encouraging affected customers to review the recommended precautions immediately, given that the security issues are being disclosed before a fix exists. Organizations running the DGS-3130 series are advised to apply the suggested configuration changes and monitor for further updates from the manufacturer.
Sources: BleepingComputer
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