CVE-2026-1972 | Edimax BR-6208AC 2_1.02 auth_check_userpass2 Username/Password default credentials

A vulnerability identified as problematic has been detected in Edimax BR-6208AC 2_1.02. The affected element is the function auth_check_userpass2. Performing a manipulation of the argument Username/Password results in use of default credentials. This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2026-1972. The attack may be initiated remotely. In addition, an exploit is available.

The vendor confirms that the affected product is end-of-life. They confirm that they “will issue a consolidated Security Advisory on our official support website.”