CVE-2005-2799 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in the apply.cgi component of Linksys WRT54G routers, specifically versions 3.01.03, 3.03.6, and potentially others prior to 4.20.7. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices by sending a crafted, long HTTP POST request. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not on CISA's KEV list, multiple Metasploit modules and ExploitDB entries confirm the existence of public exploit code, indicating a high likelihood of exploitation. Despite this, there is minimal community discussion or media coverage surrounding this older vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.01.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:h:linksys:wrt54g:3.01.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.03.6CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:h:linksys:wrt54g:3.03.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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