How severe is CVE-2026-32840?

CVE-2026-32840 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-32840 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-32840?

CVE-2026-32840 affects Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-32840?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2026-32840 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-32840 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12651.

When was CVE-2026-32840 published?

CVE-2026-32840 was published on 2026-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-32840

CVE-2026-32840 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
CVSS v4: 5.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (12th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-12651
Weakness: CWE-79
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 contain a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the system_name_set.cgi script that allows attackers to inject arbitrary script code by manipulating the sysName parameter. Attackers can send a crafted POST request with malicious script payload that executes when management pages including system_data.js are viewed by administrators.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-32840?: Edimax GS-5008PL firmware version 1.00.54 and prior contain a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the system_name_set.cgi script that allows attackers to inject arbitrary script code by manipulating the sysName parameter. Attackers can send a crafted POST request with malicious script payload that executes when management pages including system_data.js are viewed by administrators.
How severe is CVE-2026-32840?: CVE-2026-32840 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-32840 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (12th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-32840?: CVE-2026-32840 affects Edimax Gs-5008pl Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-32840?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2026-32840 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-32840 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-12651.
When was CVE-2026-32840 published?: CVE-2026-32840 was published on 2026-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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