Weak Authentication in Edimax BR-6208AC Router
CVE-2026-1972

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Edimax

Status
Br-6208ac
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 February 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-1972?

A vulnerability exists in the Edimax BR-6208AC router's authentication mechanism, specifically within the auth_check_userpass2 function. This flaw allows an attacker to exploit weak authentication by manipulating username and password inputs, subsequently gaining unauthorized access through default credentials. Although the vendor has confirmed that this product has reached its end-of-life and plans to release a Security Advisory, it is critical that users recognize the risks associated with unsupported products, as the exploit is publicly available and can be executed remotely.

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Affected Version(s)

BR-6208AC 2_1.02

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-2026-1972 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.344494
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
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

tian (VulDB User)
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