CVE-2025-8821: Linksys RE6250 · OS Command Injection
Affects Linksys RE6250Source CVE Database V5
Public exploit available · CVSS 5.3 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 10:12 UTC
- EPSS
- 6.8% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 93% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 11 Aug 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: evidence found.
CVSS exploit maturity: proof of concept public
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), CVSS vector, the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Linksys RE6250 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Organizations should immediately inventory their network to identify the presence of affected Linksys range extender models and firmware versions. Until a vendor patch is available, it is critical to isolate these devices from sensitive network segments and restrict their management interfaces to trusted IP addresses only. Employ network-level access controls such as firewall rules to block external access to the /goform/RP_setBasic endpoint. Monitoring network traffic for unusual patterns or command injection attempts targeting these devices can provide early detection. Where feasible, replace vulnerable devices with alternative hardware from vendors with active security support. Additionally, implement network segmentation to limit the potential lateral movement from compromised devices. Regularly review and update device firmware once the vendor releases a patch. Finally, educate users and administrators about the risks associated with these devices and the importance of timely updates and network hygiene.
Description
A vulnerability was identified in Linksys RE6250, RE6300, RE6350, RE6500, RE7000 and RE9000 up to 20250801. This issue affects the function RP_setBasic of the file /goform/RP_setBasic. The manipulation of the argument bssid leads to os command injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.