Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in ASUS Routers
CVE-2018-8826

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Asus
Status
Rt-ac51u Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 April 2018

Summary

Certain ASUS RT-series routers are vulnerable to a critical weakness that enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without authentication through unspecified vectors. Devices running outdated firmware versions are particularly at risk. Users are strongly encouraged to update their devices urgently to protect sensitive information and maintain network integrity. Affected models include RT-AC51U, RT-AC58U, and several others, demonstrating widespread implications for ASUS router users.

References

https://www.asus.com/us/supportonly/RT-AC55UHP/HelpDesk_B...
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https://www.asus.com/Networking/RT-AC2900/HelpDesk_BIOS/
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https://www.asus.com/us/supportonly/RT-AC55U/HelpDesk_BIOS/
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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