Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Linksys E8450 Router by Linksys
CVE-2024-57545

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Linksys
Status
Linksys E8450
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 January 2025

What is CVE-2024-57545?

The Linksys E8450 router has a vulnerability that results from insufficient length verification during the parsing of the hidden_dhcp_num field, leading to a buffer overflow. This flaw allows malicious actors to manipulate memory at runtime, posing risks to device stability and network security. Users are advised to apply patches or updates to mitigate potential threats.

References

https://github.com/Wood1314/Linksys_E8450_vul/blob/main/5...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2024-57545 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Linksys E8450 Router by Linksys