CVE-2024-54747 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Attackers can log in as root using hardcoded credentials in the shadow file, gaining full control of the WAVLINK router.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-54747?

CVE-2024-54747 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Dec 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

WAVLINK WN531P3 202383 was discovered to contain a hardcoded password vulnerability in /etc/shadow, which allows attackers to log in as root.

Weakness: CWE-276

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-54747?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Wavlink Wn531p3 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2024-54747?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-54747 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-54747 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-54747 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wc2c-7p6r-2qq8.

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