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CVE-2026-4163: Wavlink WL-WN579A3 · Command Injection

Affects Wavlink WL-WN579A3Source CVE Database V5

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Public exploit available · CVSS 9.3 Critical.

Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 11:52 UTC

CVSS 4.0 base score
9.3Critical
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
2.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 81% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 14 Mar 2026

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponized: evidence found.

    CVSS exploit maturity: proof of concept public

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq 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 30 Oct 2026.

What to do

Affected software

ProductAffectedFixed in
WavlinkWL-WN579A3Affected
  • =220323
Fixed in–

AI-suggested

To mitigate CVE-2026-4163, organizations should immediately identify any Wavlink WL-WN579A3 devices running firmware version 220323. In the interim, restrict access to the router's management interface by implementing network segmentation and firewall rules that limit access to trusted IP addresses only. Disable remote management features if enabled to reduce exposure. Employ network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) to monitor for suspicious POST requests targeting /cgi-bin/wireless.cgi. Consider replacing affected devices with models from vendors with stronger security track records if timely patches are not forthcoming. Additionally, enforce strong network security hygiene, including regular firmware audits, device inventory management, and user awareness training to recognize signs of compromise. For critical environments, deploying network-level application firewalls that can detect and block command injection patterns may provide additional protection.

Description

A vulnerability was detected in Wavlink WL-WN579A3 220323. This issue affects the function SetName/GuestWifi of the file /cgi-bin/wireless.cgi of the component POST Request Handler. Performing a manipulation results in command injection. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.

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