CVE-2026-8774
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Command Injection in Edimax BR-6228NC Router

Publication date: 2026-05-18

Last updated on: 2026-05-18

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A vulnerability was detected in Edimax BR-6228NC 1.22. Affected by this issue is the function mp of the file /goform/mp of the component POST Request Handler. The manipulation of the argument command results in command injection. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit is now public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Published
2026-05-18
Last Modified
2026-05-18
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2026-06-10
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2026-05-18
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-08
NVD
CVE-2026-8774
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Vendor Product Version / Range
edimax br-6228nc 1.22
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CWE ID Description
CWE-74 The product constructs all or part of a command, data structure, or record using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify how it is parsed or interpreted when it is sent to a downstream component.
CWE-77 The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the Edimax BR-6228NC device, specifically in the POST Request Handler component's function mp located in the /goform/mp file. It involves the manipulation of the 'command' argument, which leads to command injection. This means an attacker can remotely execute arbitrary commands on the device by exploiting this flaw.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject and execute arbitrary commands on the affected device. This can lead to unauthorized control over the device, potentially compromising its functionality, stealing sensitive information, or using the device as a foothold for further attacks within a network.

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