CVE-2026-3613: Wavlink WL-NU516U1 · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Affects Wavlink WL-NU516U1Source CVE Database V5
Public exploit available · CVSS 8.6 High.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 06:59 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.7% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 54% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 6 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: 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 29 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| WavlinkWL-NU516U1 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
GitHubwavlink/WL-NU516U1pkg:github/wavlink/WL-NU516U1Other threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
To mitigate CVE-2026-3613, organizations should immediately identify all Wavlink WL-NU516U1 devices running firmware version V240425. Until an official patch is released, restrict remote access to the device management interface by implementing network segmentation and firewall rules to limit access to trusted administrators only. Disable remote management features if not required. Monitor network traffic for unusual activity targeting the /cgi-bin/login.cgi endpoint. Employ intrusion detection systems with signatures for buffer overflow attempts against this device. Consider replacing vulnerable devices with updated hardware or firmware versions once available. Engage with Wavlink support channels for patch timelines and apply updates promptly upon release. Additionally, conduct regular audits of device firmware versions and maintain an inventory to quickly respond to emerging vulnerabilities. Avoid exposing these devices directly to the internet or untrusted networks to reduce attack surface.
Description
A vulnerability was identified in Wavlink WL-NU516U1 V240425. This vulnerability affects the function sub_401A0C of the file /cgi-bin/login.cgi. Such manipulation of the argument ipaddr leads to stack-based buffer overflow. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit is publicly available and might be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure.