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CVE-2026-108893: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Linksys E1700

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-108893cvecve-2026-108893
Published: 10/12/2026 (10/12/2026, 13:45:15 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Linksys
Product: E1700

Description

CVE-2026-108893 is a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Linksys E1700 router firmware version 1.0.0.4.003. The flaw exists in the setVlan function of the /goform/setVlan file, where improper handling of the vlan_set argument allows remote attackers to trigger a buffer overflow. Exploit code is publicly available, increasing the risk of exploitation. The vendor has not responded to disclosure requests, and no patch or mitigation guidance is currently available.

CVSS v4.0

Score 9.4critical

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Attack Requirements
None
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Vuln. Confidentiality
High
Vuln. Integrity
High
Vuln. Availability
High
Subsq. Confidentiality
High
Subsq. Integrity
High
Subsq. Availability
High
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H/E:P

Affected software

Linksys

E1700

Affected versions
=1.0.0.4.003

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 10/12/2026, 14:18:41 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability affects Linksys E1700 routers running firmware version 1.0.0.4.003. The issue is a stack-based buffer overflow in the setVlan function within the /goform/setVlan endpoint. By manipulating the vlan_set argument, an attacker can overflow the stack, potentially leading to remote code execution or denial of service. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction. Public exploit code exists, but there is no vendor response or patch available at this time.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected device or cause a denial of service. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.4 and the presence of public exploit code, the risk to affected devices is high. The lack of vendor response and patch increases exposure.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, network administrators should consider isolating affected devices from untrusted networks and monitoring for suspicious activity targeting the /goform/setVlan endpoint. No official fix or temporary workaround has been provided by the vendor.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
VulDB
Date Reserved
2026-10-11T14:22:12.265Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6acce8d92cdf04f6569d8faa

Added to database: 10/12/2026, 14:04:09 UTC

Last enriched: 10/12/2026, 14:18:41 UTC

Last updated: 10/13/2026, 03:48:07 UTC

Views: 14

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