CVE-2022-2486
Published: April 11, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in WAVLINK WN535K2 and WN535K3. This affects an unknown part of the file /cgi-bin/mesh.cgi?page=upgrade. The manipulation of the argument key leads to os command injection. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-2486 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2022-2486 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Exploit & PoC Resources
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-2486 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1