CVE-2026-9482

CVE-2026-9482 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability has been found in Edimax EW-7438RPn 1.31. This impacts the function formSDHCP of the file /goform/formSDHCP. Such manipulation of the argument submit-url leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-9482?
A vulnerability has been found in Edimax EW-7438RPn 1.31. This impacts the function formSDHCP of the file /goform/formSDHCP. Such manipulation of the argument submit-url leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
How severe is CVE-2026-9482?
CVE-2026-9482 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-9482 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (44th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-9482?
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-2026-9482 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-9482 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-31714.
When was CVE-2026-9482 published?
CVE-2026-9482 was published on 2026-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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