How severe is CVE-2026-32838?

CVE-2026-32838 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-32838 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-32838?

CVE-2026-32838 affects Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-32838?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-32838 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-32838 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12647.

When was CVE-2026-32838 published?

CVE-2026-32838 was published on 2026-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-32838

CVE-2026-32838 is a high-severity vulnerability in Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-319.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v4: 8.7
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-12647
Weakness: CWE-319
Affected product: Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware
Published: 2026-03-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-32838?: 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.
How severe is CVE-2026-32838?: CVE-2026-32838 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-32838 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-32838?: CVE-2026-32838 affects Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32838?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-32838 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-32838 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12647.
When was CVE-2026-32838 published?: CVE-2026-32838 was published on 2026-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:edimax:gs-5008pl_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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