PatchTheCVECVE-2020-24365: An issue was discovered on Gemtek WRTM-127ACN 01.01.02.141 and WRTM-127x9 01.01.02.127 devices
CVE-2020-24365 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting wrtm-127acn firmware, wrtm-127x9 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An issue was discovered on Gemtek WRTM-127ACN 01.01.02.141 and WRTM-127x9 01.01.02.127 devices. The Monitor Diagnostic network page allows an authenticated attacker to execute a command directly on the target machine. Commands are executed as the root user (uid 0). (Even if a login is required, most routers are left with default credentials.)
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 4%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
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
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
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-2020-24365?
wrtm-127acn firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation; wrtm-127x9 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2020-24365 being exploited?
CVE-2020-24365 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-2020-24365 affect?
CVE-2020-24365 affects wrtm-127acn firmware, wrtm-127x9 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). An issue was discovered on Gemtek WRTM-127ACN 01.01.02.141 and WRTM-127x9 01.01.02.127 devices. The Monitor Diagnostic network page allows an authenticated attacker to execute a command directly on the target machine. Commands are executed
How urgent is CVE-2020-24365?
Priority 60/100. High severity; EPSS top 4%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference