CVE-2024-39754CWE-912

A static login vulnerability exists in the wctrls functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505

Critical · published January 14, 2025

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
71.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 That’s right! A static login vulnerability in Wavlink AC3000 opens the door to root access with just a few crafted network packets — talk about a security slip! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that serves food through a pass, but one of the chefs has left the kitchen door wide open. Any rogue chef can just waltz in and start cooking up chaos in the back! 🍽️ If exploited, an attacker could gain root access to the device, allowing them to take control and potentially manipulate network traffic, steal sensitive data, or even hijack connected devices. This is absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this equipment, as it can lead to a full-blown compromise of the network. ⚡️

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that serves food through a pass, but one of the chefs has left the kitchen door wide open. Any rogue chef can just waltz in and start cooking up chaos in the back! 🍽️ This vulnerability in the Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 allows attackers to send specially crafted packets that bypass static login protections, enabling full root access without any authentication. It’s like a backdoor that wasn’t supposed to exist!

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain root access to the device, allowing them to take control and potentially manipulate network traffic, steal sensitive data, or even hijack connected devices. This is absolutely devastating for any organization relying on this equipment, as it can lead to a full-blown compromise of the network. ⚡️ Immediately patch your Wavlink AC3000 to the latest firmware version to close this vulnerability. Review network access controls and monitor for any unusual activity. Don’t forget to change any default credentials to ensure maximum security! 🛡️ This is fixable! Stay vigilant and follow these steps to secure your device and regain peace of mind. You've got this! 💪

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01342 · 71.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-912 · Hidden Functionality
Published
2025-01-14T14:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JAN 14:21Z
    A static login vulnerability exists in the wctrls functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505
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