CVE-2026-36606 Details
Description
Mercusys AC12G (EU) V1 router with firmware AC12G(EU)_V1_200909 encrypts configuration backups with a hardcoded DES key using single DES in ECB mode. An attacker who obtains a backup file can decrypt it to recover all stored credentials including admin password, WiFi PSK, and DDNS credentials.
A vulnerability exists in the Mercusys AC12G (EU) V1 router, specifically in the firmware version AC12G(EU)_V1_200909. The router encrypts configuration backup files using a hardcoded DES key in ECB mode, a method that is no longer considered secure. This encryption flaw allows an attacker who obtains a backup file to decrypt it and access sensitive information, including the admin password, WiFi pre-shared keys, PPPoE credentials, and DDNS information. The same DES key is used across various TP-Link and Mercusys devices, amplifying the risk of credential exposure.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Jun 3, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 3, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/Tymbark7372/MERCUSYS-AC12G/blob/master/advisories/CVE-2026-36606.md | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-798 | Use of Hard-coded Credentials | CISA-ADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Mercusys AC12G | AC12G(EU)_V1_200909 AC12G(EU)_V1_210128 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 3, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 3, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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