OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Edimax BR-6214K Router
CVE-2026-82703

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Edimax

Status
Br-6214k
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 August 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-82703?

A security vulnerability has been identified in the Edimax BR-6214K router, specifically affecting the asp_setPing endpoint within the file www/ping.asp. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate the pingstr argument, enabling remote OS command injection. The exploitation of this vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it provides unauthorized access to the router's operating system, potentially leading to further attacks. Despite early notification to the vendor, no response has been received regarding this critical issue.

Affected Version(s)

BR-6214K 1.40

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-2026-82703 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/397192
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/397192/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-82703
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
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

ST4R0002 (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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