CWE
119 120
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-57541: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jan 21 2025(Updated: )

Linksys E8450 v1.2.00.360516 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow vulnerability. The parsed field (ipv6_protect_status) is copied to the stack without length verification.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linksys E8450 Firmware

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-57541?

    CVE-2024-57541 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for buffer overflow exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-57541?

    To fix CVE-2024-57541, update the Linksys E8450 to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2024-57541?

    CVE-2024-57541 specifically affects the Linksys E8450 devices running firmware version 1.2.00.360516.

  • What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-57541?

    CVE-2024-57541 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that occurs when data is copied to the stack without proper length verification.

  • Can CVE-2024-57541 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2024-57541 could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely.

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.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203