CVE-2025-70161: Command Injection

Published Jan 9, 2026
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Updated

EDIMAX BR-6208AC V21.02 is vulnerable to Command Injection. This arises because the pppUserName field is directly passed to a shell command via the system() function without proper sanitization. An attacker can exploit this by injecting malicious commands into the pppUserName field, allowing arbitrary code execution.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Edimax BR-6208AC V2
All of the following
Edimax Br-6208ac Firmware=1.03
Edimax BR-6208AC=2.0

Event History

Jan 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-70161?

CVE-2025-70161 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for command injection vulnerabilities allowing remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-70161?

To fix CVE-2025-70161, update the firmware of the Edimax BR-6208AC V2 to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2025-70161 on my device?

The impact of CVE-2025-70161 includes unauthorized remote command execution, which can compromise device integrity and lead to data breaches.

4

Which products are affected by CVE-2025-70161?

CVE-2025-70161 specifically affects the Edimax BR-6208AC V2 router model.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-70161?

A potential workaround for CVE-2025-70161 is to limit access to the device's management interface to trusted IP addresses until a firmware update can be applied.

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