CVE-2026-9460: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Edimax EW-7438RPn
CVE-2026-9460 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Edimax EW-7438RPn version 1. 31. It affects the formAccept function in the /goform/formAccept endpoint, where manipulation of the submit-url argument can trigger the overflow. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without user interaction and has a public exploit available. The vendor has not responded to the disclosure, and no patch or official remediation is currently known.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability exists in Edimax EW-7438RPn firmware version 1.31, specifically in the formAccept function handling the submit-url parameter. Improper input validation allows a crafted request to cause a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication or user interaction. Although an exploit is publicly available, there is no known vendor response or patch as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device, compromising device integrity and potentially allowing attackers to control the device or disrupt its operation. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity and no privileges required, increasing the risk to exposed devices.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available from the vendor, and the vendor has not responded to the disclosure. Users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting network access to the vulnerable device, disabling remote management if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for any future updates or patches addressing this issue.
CVE-2026-9460: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Edimax EW-7438RPn
Description
CVE-2026-9460 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Edimax EW-7438RPn version 1. 31. It affects the formAccept function in the /goform/formAccept endpoint, where manipulation of the submit-url argument can trigger the overflow. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without user interaction and has a public exploit available. The vendor has not responded to the disclosure, and no patch or official remediation is currently known.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability exists in Edimax EW-7438RPn firmware version 1.31, specifically in the formAccept function handling the submit-url parameter. Improper input validation allows a crafted request to cause a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication or user interaction. Although an exploit is publicly available, there is no known vendor response or patch as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device, compromising device integrity and potentially allowing attackers to control the device or disrupt its operation. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity and no privileges required, increasing the risk to exposed devices.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available from the vendor, and the vendor has not responded to the disclosure. Users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting network access to the vulnerable device, disabling remote management if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for any future updates or patches addressing this issue.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-24T08:03:06.893Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a145147a5ae1af1aaa32f83
Added to database: 5/25/2026, 1:40:23 PM
Last enriched: 5/25/2026, 1:54:55 PM
Last updated: 5/25/2026, 3:57:38 PM
Views: 5
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