CVE-2024-28326: Medium severity ASUS RT-N12+ B1 vulnerability

Published Apr 26, 2024
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Updated

Incorrect Access Control in ASUS RT-N12+ B1 and RT-N12 D1 routers allows local attackers to obtain root terminal access via the the UART interface.

Affected Software

2 affected components
ASUS RT-N12+ B1
ASUS RT-N12 D1

Event History

Apr 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-28326?

The severity of CVE-2024-28326 is classified as high due to the incorrect access control that allows local attackers to gain root terminal access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-28326?

To fix CVE-2024-28326, ensure that the firmware of ASUS RT-N12+ B1 and RT-N12 D1 routers is updated to the latest version provided by ASUS.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-28326?

CVE-2024-28326 affects users of ASUS RT-N12+ B1 and RT-N12 D1 routers, especially those with older firmware versions.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-28326?

The impact of CVE-2024-28326 is that local attackers can exploit the vulnerability to obtain root access, potentially compromising the entire router.

5

Is CVE-2024-28326 a remote vulnerability?

No, CVE-2024-28326 is not a remote vulnerability; it requires local access to exploit the UART interface of the affected routers.

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