CVE-2026-9479: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Edimax EW-7438RPn
CVE-2026-9479 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Edimax EW-7438RPn version 1.31. It occurs in the formLogout function via the submit-url argument, allowing remote attackers to trigger the overflow. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.7. The vendor has not responded to the disclosure and no patch or remediation is currently available. Exploit code has been publicly disclosed, but no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability affects Edimax EW-7438RPn firmware version 1.31. The issue lies in the formLogout function located at /goform/formLogout, where improper handling of the submit-url argument leads to a stack-based buffer overflow. This flaw can be exploited remotely without user interaction or privileges, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor has not provided any official fix or response, and no patch links are available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or disrupt the device's operation, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Given the high CVSS score and the nature of the overflow, the device could be fully compromised. However, there are no confirmed reports of exploitation in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded and no official fix is available, users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting network access to the affected device, disabling remote management if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative until a patch is released.
CVE-2026-9479: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Edimax EW-7438RPn
Description
CVE-2026-9479 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the Edimax EW-7438RPn version 1.31. It occurs in the formLogout function via the submit-url argument, allowing remote attackers to trigger the overflow. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.7. The vendor has not responded to the disclosure and no patch or remediation is currently available. Exploit code has been publicly disclosed, but no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects Edimax EW-7438RPn firmware version 1.31. The issue lies in the formLogout function located at /goform/formLogout, where improper handling of the submit-url argument leads to a stack-based buffer overflow. This flaw can be exploited remotely without user interaction or privileges, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor has not provided any official fix or response, and no patch links are available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or disrupt the device's operation, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Given the high CVSS score and the nature of the overflow, the device could be fully compromised. However, there are no confirmed reports of exploitation in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded and no official fix is available, users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting network access to the affected device, disabling remote management if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative until a patch is released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-24T09:18:31.957Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a148cf6a5ae1af1aad05172
Added to database: 05/25/2026, 17:55:02 UTC
Last enriched: 06/01/2026, 21:02:44 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:23:00 UTC
Views: 72
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