CWE
77
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-38896: Command Injection

First published: Mon Jun 24 2024(Updated: )

WAVLINK WN551K1 found a command injection vulnerability through the start_hour parameter of /cgi-bin/nightled.cgi.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wavlink WN551K1 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-38896?

    CVE-2024-38896 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its command injection potential.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-38896?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-38896, ensure that the firmware for the WAVLINK WN551K1 is updated to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2024-38896?

    CVE-2024-38896 specifically affects the WAVLINK WN551K1 device.

  • What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2024-38896?

    CVE-2024-38896 can be exploited through command injection by manipulating the start_hour parameter in the /cgi-bin/nightled.cgi endpoint.

  • Is CVE-2024-38896 easy to exploit?

    CVE-2024-38896 can be easily exploited by attackers with low skill who can send crafted requests to the affected endpoint.

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