PatchTheCVECVE-2018-9232: Due to the lack of firmware authentication in the upgrade process of T&W WIFI Repeater BE126 devices, an attac
CVE-2018-9232 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting be126 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Due to the lack of firmware authentication in the upgrade process of T&W WIFI Repeater BE126 devices, an attacker can craft a malicious firmware and use it as an update.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.2% (top 33%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-287 |
| Published | 2018-05-01 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2018-9232?
be126 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-9232 being exploited?
CVE-2018-9232 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2018-9232 affect?
CVE-2018-9232 affects be126 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Due to the lack of firmware authentication in the upgrade process of T&W WIFI Repeater BE126 devices, an attacker can craft a malicious firmware and use it as an update.
How urgent is CVE-2018-9232?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Public exploit reference