Information Disclosure in Edimax EW-7438RPn WiFi Range Extender
CVE-2020-37097

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Edimax Technology Co., Ltd.

Status
Ew-7438rpn Mini
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-37097?

The Edimax EW-7438RPn 1.13 contains a vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to sensitive WiFi network configuration details. Through the wlencrypt_wiz.asp file, attackers can exploit this issue to retrieve critical information, including the WiFi network name and plaintext passwords stored in the device's configuration variables. This exposure poses a significant risk as attackers can easily compromise the network security if they gain access to this information.

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Affected Version(s)

EW-7438RPn Mini 1.13

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2020-37097 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48365
exploit
https://www.edimax.com/edimax/merchandise/merchandise_det...
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/edimax-ew-rpn-inform...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

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