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Advisory Published
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CVE-2005-1059

First published: Tue Apr 12 2005(Updated: )

Linksys WET11 1.5.4 allows remote attackers to change the password without providing the original password via the data parameter to changepw.html.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linksys WET11=1.5.4
Linksys WET11=1.4.3
Linksys WET11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-1059?

    CVE-2005-1059 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-1059?

    To mitigate CVE-2005-1059, update your Linksys WET11 to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What can an attacker do with CVE-2005-1059?

    An attacker exploiting CVE-2005-1059 can change the password of the device without needing the original password, potentially gaining unauthorized access.

  • Which versions of Linksys WET11 are affected by CVE-2005-1059?

    CVE-2005-1059 affects Linksys WET11 versions 1.4.3 and 1.5.4 as well as other unspecified versions.

  • Is CVE-2005-1059 a local or remote vulnerability?

    CVE-2005-1059 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited over the network without local access.

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