CVE-2024-39273: Critical severity wavlink jetstream ac3000 vulnerability

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

A firmware update vulnerability exists in the fwcheck.sh functionality of Wavlink AC3000 M33A8.V5030.210505. A specially crafted HTTP request can lead to arbitrary firmware update. An attacker can perform a man-in-the-middle attack 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-39273?

CVE-2024-39273 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary firmware updates via a man-in-the-middle attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-39273?

To mitigate CVE-2024-39273, ensure that you apply the latest firmware updates provided by Wavlink and configure your network to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-39273?

CVE-2024-39273 affects Wavlink AC3000 M33A8 devices using the specific firmware version V5030.210505.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2024-39273?

CVE-2024-39273 can be exploited through a specially crafted HTTP request during a man-in-the-middle attack.

5

What functionality is vulnerable in CVE-2024-39273?

CVE-2024-39273 involves a vulnerability in the fw_check.sh functionality that can allow unauthorized firmware updates.

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