OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Edimax EW-7478APC by Edimax
CVE-2026-13561

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Edimax

Status
Ew-7478apc
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 June 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-13561?

An OS command injection vulnerability exists in Edimax EW-7478APC version 1.04. This flaw is found in the POST Request Handler within the function formiNICbasic, specifically when manipulating the rootAPmac argument. Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access and system compromise. The exploit details are now public, highlighting the urgency for affected users to apply mitigations promptly.

Affected Version(s)

EW-7478APC 1.04

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-2026-13561 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/374569
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/374569/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-13561
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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

wxhwxhwxh_mie (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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