PatchTheCVECVE-2019-17224: The web interface of the Compal Broadband CH7465LG modem (version CH7465LG-NCIP-6.12.18.25-2p6-NOSH) is vulner
CVE-2019-17224 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.3) affecting ch7465lg firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The web interface of the Compal Broadband CH7465LG modem (version CH7465LG-NCIP-6.12.18.25-2p6-NOSH) is vulnerable to a /%2f/ path traversal attack, which can be exploited in order to test for the existence of a file pathname outside of the web root directory. If a file exists but is not part of the product, there is a 404 error. If a file does not exist, there is a 302 redirect to index.html.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.2% (top 31%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2019-10-28 |
| 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-2019-17224?
ch7465lg firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2019-17224 being exploited?
CVE-2019-17224 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-2019-17224 affect?
CVE-2019-17224 affects ch7465lg firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.3). The web interface of the Compal Broadband CH7465LG modem (version CH7465LG-NCIP-6.12.18.25-2p6-NOSH) is vulnerable to a /%2f/ path traversal attack, which can be exploited in order to test for the existence of a file pathname outside of the
How urgent is CVE-2019-17224?
Priority 46/100. Public exploit reference; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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