CVE-2021-28858
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.26%
Last modified
CVE-2021-28858 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. TP-Link's TL-WPA4220 4.0.2 Build 20180308 Rel.37064 does not use SSL by default. Attacker on the local network can monitor traffic and capture the cookie and other sensitive information.. EPSS estimates a 0.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
TP-Link's TL-WPA4220 4.0.2 Build 20180308 Rel.37064 does not use SSL by default. Attacker on the local network can monitor traffic and capture the cookie and other sensitive information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wpa4220 Firmware | 4.0.2 | Build 20180308 Rel.37064 |
References
- https://yunus-shn.medium.com/tp-links-tl-wpa4220-v4-0-cleartext-transmission-of-sensitive-information-40357c778b84Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://yunus-shn.medium.com/tp-links-tl-wpa4220-v4-0-cleartext-transmission-of-sensitive-information-40357c778b84Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-28858?
TP-Link's TL-WPA4220 4.0.2 Build 20180308 Rel.37064 does not use SSL by default. Attacker on the local network can monitor traffic and capture the cookie and other sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2021-28858?
CVE-2021-28858 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28858?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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