HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2023-39454
CRITICAL

CVE-2023-39454

CWE-120Published: August 18, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Buffer overflow vulnerability exists in ELECOM wireless LAN routers, which may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A buffer overflow vulnerability in ELECOM wireless LAN routers allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code. This critical flaw carries a CVSS score of 9.8, reflecting the potential for full system compromise.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not tracked in the CISA KEV catalog. It is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Upgrade the router firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer. Ensure the device is not exposed directly to the internet.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-39454 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

elecom6 product(s)
wrc-x1800gs-b firmwarewrc-x1800gs-bwrc-x1800gsa-b firmwarewrc-x1800gsa-bwrc-x1800gsh-b firmwarewrc-x1800gsh-b
Source: NVD CPE · 6 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
External links open in a new tab. Always verify in a controlled environment before use.

Official Patches & Advisories

All References (4)

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2023-39454
CVSS Score9.8 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessCWE-120
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedAug 18, 2023

Related CVEs (CWE-120)

Recommended Actions

  • Apply vendor patches immediately
  • Monitor CVE-2023-39454 in threat intel feeds
  • Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.