Command Injection Vulnerability in Edimax EW-7438RPn Device
CVE-2026-9362

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Edimax

Status
Ew-7438rpn
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9362?

A command injection vulnerability has been identified in the Edimax EW-7438RPn router, specifically impacting the formConnectionSetting function within the Setting Handler component. By manipulating the parameters 'max_Conn' and 'timeOut' during an exploit, an attacker can execute arbitrary commands remotely. This serious flaw allows for unrestricted access, especially since the vendor has not yet issued a response following the public disclosure of the exploit. Users are urged to assess their risks and check for any available patches or mitigations.

Affected Version(s)

EW-7438RPn 1.12

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-2026-9362 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365325
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/365325/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/811553
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

yhryhryhr_miemie (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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