CVE-2026-32842
Insecure Credential Storage in Edimax GS-5008PL Firmware
Publication date: 2026-03-17
Last updated on: 2026-03-19
Assigner: VulnCheck
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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-312 | The product stores sensitive information in cleartext within a resource that might be accessible to another control sphere. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
The vulnerability exists in Edimax GS-5008PL firmware version 1.00.54 and earlier. It involves insecure credential storage where attackers can access configuration backup files, specifically the config.bin file, via the fupload.cgi interface. By downloading this file, attackers can extract plaintext administrator usernames and passwords, allowing unauthorized administrative access.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized administrative access to the affected device. An attacker who obtains the administrator credentials can potentially control the device, change configurations, disrupt network operations, or use the device as a foothold for further attacks within the network.
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