CVE-2024-46340
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2024-46340 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_201214, TP-Link TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_200909, and TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_190219 was discovered to transmit user credentials in plaintext after executing a factory reset.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_201214, TP-Link TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_200909, and TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_190219 was discovered to transmit user credentials in plaintext after executing a factory reset.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr845n Firmware | 201214 |
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr845n Firmware | 200909 |
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr845n Firmware | 190219 |
References
- https://security.iiita.ac.in/iot/factory-reset.docxThird Party Advisory
- https://security.iiita.ac.in/iot/factory-reset.docxThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-46340?
TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_201214, TP-Link TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_200909, and TL-WR845N(UN)_V4_190219 was discovered to transmit user credentials in plaintext after executing a factory reset.
How severe is CVE-2024-46340?
CVE-2024-46340 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46340?
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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