CVE-2025-65009: Insecure Password Storage in WODESYS WD-R608U router

Published Dec 18, 2025

Updated

In WODESYS WD-R608U router (also known as WDR122B V2.0 and WDR28) admin password is stored in configuration file as plaintext and can be obtained by unauthorized user by direct references to the resource in question.

The vendor was notified early about this vulnerability, but didn't respond with the details of vulnerability or vulnerable version range. Only version WDR28081123OV1.01 was tested and confirmed as vulnerable, other versions were not tested and might also be vulnerable.

Affected Software

3 affected components

WODESYS WD-R608U

WODESYS WDR122B

WODESYS WDR28

Event History

Dec 18, 2025

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:10 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:10 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·03:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-65009?

CVE-2025-65009 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the exposure of the admin password in plaintext.

How do I fix CVE-2025-65009?

To fix CVE-2025-65009, update the router firmware to a version that encrypts configuration files.

What are the affected devices for CVE-2025-65009?

CVE-2025-65009 affects the WODESYS WD-R608U, WDR122B, and WDR28 routers.

How can an unauthorized user exploit CVE-2025-65009?

An unauthorized user can exploit CVE-2025-65009 by accessing the configuration file directly to retrieve the admin password.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-65009?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2025-65009 is to change the default admin password to a stronger one after securing the device.