CVE-2026-4164: Wavlink WL-WN578W2 · Command Injection
Affects Wavlink WL-WN578W2Source CVE Database V5
Public exploit available · CVSS 9.3 Critical.
Data as of 29 Oct 2026, 19:04 UTC
- EPSS
- 2.0% 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:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 15 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-WN578W2 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
- Immediately isolate affected Wavlink WL-WN578W2 devices from untrusted networks to prevent remote exploitation.
- Monitor network traffic for unusual POST requests to /cgi-bin/wireless.cgi, especially targeting Delete_Mac_list, SetName, and GuestWifi functions.
- Implement network segmentation to limit access to vulnerable devices from critical internal networks.
- Apply any available firmware updates or patches from Wavlink as soon as they are released.
- If patches are unavailable, consider replacing affected devices with models from vendors with a strong security track record.
- Disable remote management interfaces on the router to reduce exposure.
- Employ intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) with signatures for this vulnerability or related exploits.
- Conduct regular audits of router configurations and logs to detect signs of compromise.
- Educate users about the risks of using outdated firmware and the importance of timely updates.
- Maintain an incident response plan to quickly address potential breaches stemming from this vulnerability.
Description
A flaw has been found in Wavlink WL-WN578W2 221110. Impacted is the function Delete_Mac_list/SetName/GuestWifi of the file /cgi-bin/wireless.cgi of the component POST Request Handler. Executing a manipulation can lead to command injection. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.
References
- vuldb.com (opens in a new tab)
- vuldb.com (opens in a new tab)
- vuldb.com (opens in a new tab)
- vuldb.com (opens in a new tab)
- vuldb.com (opens in a new tab)
- github.com/Litengzheng/vul_db/blob/main/WL-WN578W2/vul_1/README.md (opens in a new tab)
- github.com/Litengzheng/vul_db/blob/main/WL-WN578W2/vul_2/README.md (opens in a new tab)
- dl.wavlink.com/firmware/RD/WINSTAR_WN578W2-A-2026-03-10-94f93d4-WO-mt7628-squashfs-sysupgrade.bin (opens in a new tab)