CVE-2024-54747: Critical severity wavlink wn531p3 vulnerability

Published Dec 6, 2024
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Updated

WAVLINK WN531P3 202383 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 WN531P3
All of the following
Wavlink Wn531p3 Firmware=202383
Wavlink WN531P3

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
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54747?

CVE-2024-54747 has a high severity rating due to the presence of a hardcoded password vulnerability that allows unauthorized root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-54747?

To fix CVE-2024-54747, it is recommended to update the firmware of the WAVLINK WN531P3 device to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What does CVE-2024-54747 affect?

CVE-2024-54747 specifically affects the WAVLINK WN531P3 model, which contains hardcoded password vulnerabilities.

4

Can CVE-2024-54747 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-54747 can be exploited remotely by attackers to gain root access to the affected device.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-54747?

Currently, the most effective workaround for CVE-2024-54747 is to disable remote access to the device until a firmware update is applied.

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