CVE-2026-32841
Authentication Bypass in Edimax GS-5008PL Enables Admin Access
Publication date: 2026-03-17
Last updated on: 2026-03-19
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| edimax | gs-5008pl_firmware | to 1.00.54 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-1108 | The code is structured in a way that relies too much on using or setting global variables throughout various points in the code, instead of preserving the associated information in a narrower, more local context. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The Edimax GS-5008PL firmware version 1.00.54 and earlier contains an authentication bypass vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers who are not authenticated to access the device's management interface. Specifically, attackers can exploit a global authentication flag mechanism that, once any user has authenticated, lets them gain administrative access without needing credentials.
This unauthorized access enables attackers to change passwords, upload new firmware, and modify device configurations.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have serious impacts as it allows unauthorized individuals to gain full administrative control over the affected device.
- Attackers can change device passwords, potentially locking out legitimate users.
- They can upload malicious firmware, which could compromise the device's integrity and security.
- Configuration settings can be altered, potentially disrupting network operations or creating backdoors.
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