Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Belkin F9K1015 Router
CVE-2026-5612

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Belkin

Status
F9k1015
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5612?

A remote vulnerability exists in the Belkin F9K1015 router, specifically within the formWlEncrypt function located in the /goform/formWlEncrypt file. By manipulating the webpage parameter, an attacker can trigger a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially compromising the device's operation. This vulnerability has been disclosed publicly, and despite attempts to inform the vendor, no response has been received regarding a mitigation strategy.

Affected Version(s)

F9K1015 1.00.10

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-2026-5612 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/355403
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/355403/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/785551
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
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

LtzHuster (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.