CVE-2024-36493: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 14, 2025

Updated

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the wireless.cgi setwifibasic() functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505. A specially crafted HTTP request can lead to arbitrary command execution. An attacker can make an authenticated HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Wavlink AC3000 M33A8

All of the following

Wavlink Wl-wn533a8 Firmware=m33a8.v5030.210505

Wavlink WL-WN533A8

Event History

Jan 14, 2025

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:21 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:21 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·03:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36493?

CVE-2024-36493 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.

How do I fix CVE-2024-36493?

To fix CVE-2024-36493, update the Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-36493?

CVE-2024-36493 affects Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 devices running firmware versions before the latest security update.

What impact does CVE-2024-36493 have on my device?

CVE-2024-36493 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the device, potentially compromising it.

How can attackers exploit CVE-2024-36493?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-36493 by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the wireless.cgi set_wifi_basic() functionality.