CVE-2024-38666: Critical severity wavlink jetstream ac3000 vulnerability

Published Jan 14, 2025

Updated

An external config control vulnerability exists in the openvpn.cgi openvpnclientsetup() 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-2024-38666?

CVE-2024-38666 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary command execution.

How does CVE-2024-38666 occur?

CVE-2024-38666 occurs when an attacker sends a specially crafted HTTP request to the openvpn.cgi openvpn_client_setup() functionality.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-38666?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-38666 include unauthorized command execution on affected devices.

How do I mitigate CVE-2024-38666?

To mitigate CVE-2024-38666, ensure that you apply any available security updates provided by Wavlink.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-38666?

CVE-2024-38666 affects users of the Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 with the specified firmware version.