Linksys WAP610N Unauthenticated Root Access Security Vulnerability

The Linksys WAP610N is prone to a security vulnerability that allows unauthenticated root access. An attacker can exploit this issue to gain unauthorized root access to affected devices. Successful exploits will result in the complete compromise of an affected device. Linksys WAP610N firmware versions 1.0.01 and 1.0.00 are vulnerable. Other versions may also be affected.

No known solution was made available for at least one year since the disclosure of this vulnerability. Likely none will be provided anymore. General solution options are to upgrade to a newer release, disable respective features, remove the product or replace the product by another one.