CVE-2020-8423
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CVE-2020-8423 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A buffer overflow in the httpd daemon on TP-Link TL-WR841N V10 (firmware version 3.16.9) devices allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a GET request to the page for the configuration of the Wi-Fi network.. EPSS estimates a 9.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow in the httpd daemon on TP-Link TL-WR841N V10 (firmware version 3.16.9) devices allows an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a GET request to the page for the configuration of the Wi-Fi network.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr841n Firmware | 3.16.9 |
References
- https://ktln2.org/2020/03/29/exploiting-mips-router/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tp-link.com/us/securityVendor Advisory
- https://ktln2.org/2020/03/29/exploiting-mips-router/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tp-link.com/us/securityVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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