CVE-2024-46873

CRITICAL
Published Dec 23, 2024 Modified Apr 15, 2026 CWE-489

Description

Multiple SHARP routers leave the hidden debug function enabled. An arbitrary OS command may be executed with the root privilege by a remote unauthenticated attacker.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-489 CWE-489

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-46873? +
Multiple SHARP routers leave the hidden debug function enabled. An arbitrary OS command may be executed with the root privilege by a remote unauthenticated attacker. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).
How severe is CVE-2024-46873? +
CVE-2024-46873 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-46873? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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