CVE-2024-54745: Critical severity wavlink wn701ae vulnerability

Published Dec 6, 2024
·
Updated

WAVLINK WN701AE M01AEV240305 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Wavlink WN701AE
All of the following
Wavlink Wn701ae Firmware=m01ae_v240305
Wavlink WN701AE

Event History

Dec 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54745?

CVE-2024-54745 is rated as a critical severity vulnerability due to the presence of a hardcoded password allowing for unauthorized root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-54745?

To fix CVE-2024-54745, replace the affected firmware with an updated version that eliminates the hardcoded password issue.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-54745?

The potential impacts of CVE-2024-54745 include unauthorized access to the device, leading to data breaches and compromised system integrity.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2024-54745?

CVE-2024-54745 affects the WAVLINK WN701AE model specifically with the firmware version M01AE_V240305.

5

How can I identify if my device is vulnerable to CVE-2024-54745?

You can identify if your device is vulnerable to CVE-2024-54745 by checking if it is running the WAVLINK WN701AE with the specified firmware version.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203