CVE-2024-38897: Medium severity wavlink wn551k1 firmware vulnerability

Published Jun 24, 2024
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Updated

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Affected Software

3 affected components
Wavlink WN551K1
All of the following
Wavlink Wn551k1 Firmware
Wavlink WN551K1

Event History

Jun 24, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38897?

CVE-2024-38897 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive router information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-38897?

To mitigate CVE-2024-38897, users should update their WAVLINK WN551K1 firmware to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What impact does CVE-2024-38897 have on my router's security?

CVE-2024-38897 allows attackers to access sensitive information from the WAVLINK WN551K1 router, potentially compromising the device's security.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-38897?

CVE-2024-38897 affects users of the WAVLINK WN551K1 router that have not secured sensitive information from being exposed.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-38897?

Currently, the only reliable workaround for CVE-2024-38897 is to ensure that the firmware is up to date with the latest security patches.

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