Edimax GS-5008PL firmware version 1.00.54 and prior use cleartext HTTP for the web management interface without implementing TLS or SSL encryption. Attackers on the same network can intercept management traffic to capture administrator credentials and sensitive configuration data.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v4.0
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 2
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
|
Edimax Gs-5008pl_Firmware
cpe:2.3:o:edimax:gs-5008pl_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— |
<= 1.00.54
|
|
Edimax Gs-5008pl
cpe:2.3:h:edimax:gs-5008pl:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
|
— | — |
References 3
https://www.edimax.com/edimax/merchandise/merchandise_detail/data/edimax/us/smb…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.edimax.com/edimax/merchandise/merchandise_list/data/edimax/us/smb_l…
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/edimax-gs-5008pl-transmits-credentials-ove…
disclosure@vulncheck.com