Description
An incorrect authorization vulnerability in the Data Access Layer (DAL) of Zyxel EX3501-T0 firmware versions through 5.44(ACHR.6)C0 could allow an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges by modifying the login_privilege data on an affected device.
Published: 2026-10-20
Score: 6.5 Medium
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Privilege Escalation
Action: Patch Now
AI Analysis

Impact

The listed flaw is an incorrect authorization vulnerability in the Data Access Layer of Zyxel EX3501‑T0 firmware through version 5.44(ACHR.6)C0. It permits an attacker who has already authenticated to a device to modify the login_privilege data, increasing their privileges on the system. This vulnerability falls under incorrect authorization (CWE‑863) and can let a threat actor gain administrative control, with potential for further exploitation or persistence.

Affected Systems

Zyxel EX3501‑T0 devices running firmware versions up to 5.44(ACHR.6)C0 are affected. No other vendors or products are listed in the CVE data.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 6.5 indicates moderate severity. Because the EPSS score is not available and the vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog, widespread exploitation cannot be ruled out, but the affinity is limited to devices that have been compromised by an authenticated attacker. The flaw requires the attacker to reach the device’s management interface, which may be reachable locally or remotely if remote management is enabled. Once access is gained, the attacker can elevate their privileges and potentially lock out other administrators.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 20, 2026 at 07:11 UTC.

Remediation

No solution or workaround provided in the CVE record.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Apply the latest firmware update released by Zyxel that addresses the Data Access Layer authorization flaw.
  • Limit or disable remote management access to the EX3501‑T0 unless it is absolutely necessary.
  • Review privileged accounts on the device and revoke any unnecessary permissions allowing modification of login_privilege data.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 20, 2026 at 07:11 UTC.

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History

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 01:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Title Incorrect Authorization in Zyxel EX3501‑T0 Firmware Enables Privilege Escalation

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Zyxel
Zyxel ex3501-t0 Firmware
Vendors & Products Zyxel
Zyxel ex3501-t0 Firmware

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description An incorrect authorization vulnerability in the Data Access Layer (DAL) of Zyxel EX3501-T0 firmware versions through 5.44(ACHR.6)C0 could allow an authenticated attacker to escalate privileges by modifying the login_privilege data on an affected device.
Weaknesses CWE-863
References
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 6.5, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N'}


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Zyxel Ex3501-t0 Firmware
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: Zyxel

Published:

Updated: 2026-11-04T00:17:36.609Z

Reserved: 2026-06-17T03:45:11.296Z

Link: CVE-2026-12489

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-10-20T19:18:02.745Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2026-10-20T03:17:15.077

Modified: 2026-11-03T23:17:37.910

Link: CVE-2026-12489

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-10-20T07:15:11Z

Weaknesses