CVE-2026-40856 is a missing-authentication/improper-access-control vulnerability in WNC T-Mobile 5G Box IDU router firmware versions earlier than 1.1.0.651412. An unauthenticated router interface exposes sensitive configuration data to remote requesters, including the administrator web password, Wi-Fi passphrase, and technical device information.
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A missing-authentication and improper-access-control flaw in the unauthenticated wnc_maccheck.cgi endpoint of WNC T-Mobile 5G Box IDU routers, exposing administrator credentials, Wi-Fi passphrases, and device information.
A reported vulnerability in the firmware of WNC T-Mobile 5G Box IDU routers; no technical details are provided.
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Cross-references every affected SKU, including bundled OEM variants.
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