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CVE-2005-2799 is a buffer overflow in Linksys WRT54G router apply.cgi handling. A long HTTP POST request may let a remote attacker run arbitrary code on affected routers. Evidence points to versions 3.01.03, 3.03.6, and possibly other versions before 4.20.7. Exposure is most likely where affected WRT54G administration interfaces are reachable from untrusted networks. Confirm firmware versions, especially 3.01.03, 3.03.6, or versions before 4.20.7. The source bundle does not prove every pre-4.20.7 build is affected. Treat this as high priority for any legacy WRT54G still in service, especially at network boundaries. The business risk is not theoretical RCE, but unsupported infrastructure that may be hard to patch, monitor, or recover after compromise. Mitigation focus: Identify Linksys WRT54G routers and record firmware versions.; Check Linksys or archived vendor guidance for fixed firmware availability.; Prioritize replacing or retiring unsupported affected routers..
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