CVE-2024-39294CWE-120

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the adm.cgi set_wzdgw4G() functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505

Critical · published January 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A crafted HTTP request could turn your Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 into a ticking time bomb! Think of it like a waiter who mistakenly overfills a glass; one too many orders can lead to a messy overflow, and in this case, that mess could compromise your entire system. An attacker with just an authenticated request can exploit this buffer overflow vulnerability, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code or crash your device entirely. The implications are absolutely devastating, as they could gain control over your system, leaving it vulnerable and exposed to further attacks.

Put simply

Think of it like a waiter who mistakenly overfills a glass; one too many orders can lead to a messy overflow, and in this case, that mess could compromise your entire system. This vulnerability in the adm.cgi set_wzdgw4G() function allows for stack-based buffer overflow, triggered by an improperly handled HTTP request. This lack of input validation lets attackers overwrite memory, paving the way for malicious actions.

What to do

An attacker with just an authenticated request can exploit this buffer overflow vulnerability, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code or crash your device entirely. The implications are absolutely devastating, as they could gain control over your system, leaving it vulnerable and exposed to further attacks. To protect your device, immediately patch to the latest firmware version released by Wavlink. Although it’s crucial to update, also consider reviewing access controls to ensure only trusted users can make HTTP requests. You've got this! Stay vigilant and secure your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01582 · 75.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-120 · Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Published
2025-01-14T14:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JAN 14:21Z
    A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the adm.cgi set_wzdgw4G() functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505
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