CVE-2025-50609: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 13, 2025
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Updated

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been discovered in Netis WF2880 v2.1.40207 in the Function00465620 of the cgitest.cgi file. Attackers can trigger this vulnerability by controlling the value of specifyparame in the payload, which can cause the program to crash and potentially lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Netis WF2880
All of the following
netis-systems Wf2880 Firmware=2.1.40207
netis-systems Wf2880

Event History

Aug 13, 2025
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-2025-50609?

CVE-2025-50609 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause Denial of Service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-50609?

To fix CVE-2025-50609, you should update the Netis WF2880 to the latest firmware version provided by the manufacturer.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-50609?

CVE-2025-50609 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-50609?

Users of the Netis WF2880 with firmware version v2.1.40207 are affected by CVE-2025-50609.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2025-50609?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2025-50609 to crash the affected program, which may lead to a Denial of Service.

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