CVE-2026-1970: Edimax BR-6258n formStaDrvSetup redirect

Published Feb 5, 2026
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Updated

A flaw has been found in Edimax BR-6258n up to 1.18. This issue affects the function formStaDrvSetup of the file /goform/formStaDrvSetup. This manipulation of the argument submit-url causes open redirect. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used. The vendor confirms that the affected product is end-of-life. They confirm that they "will issue a consolidated Security Advisory on our official support website." This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Edimax BR-6258n<=1.18
All of the following
Edimax Br-6258n Firmware<=1.18
Edimax BR-6258n

Event History

Feb 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:02 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-1970?

CVE-2026-1970 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-1970?

To mitigate CVE-2026-1970, users should upgrade their Edimax BR-6258n firmware to version 1.19 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2026-1970?

The impact of CVE-2026-1970 includes the possibility of remote attackers redirecting users to unauthorized websites.

4

Is CVE-2026-1970 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2026-1970 is exploitable remotely, allowing an attacker to initiate the exploit without local access.

5

Which versions of Edimax BR-6258n are affected by CVE-2026-1970?

CVE-2026-1970 affects all versions of Edimax BR-6258n up to and including version 1.18.

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