CVE-2025-6982
MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2025-6982 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of Hard-coded Credentials in TP-Link Archer C50 V3( <= 180703)/V4( <= 250117 )/V5( <= 200407 ), and C20 V5 (<US_V5_260419 or <EU_V5_260317) allows attackers to decrypt the config.xml files.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of Hard-coded Credentials in TP-Link Archer C50 V3( <= 180703)/V4( <= 250117 )/V5( <= 200407 ), and C20 V5 (<US_V5_260419 or <EU_V5_260317) allows attackers to decrypt the config.xml files.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-6982?
Use of Hard-coded Credentials in TP-Link Archer C50 V3(
<=
180703)/V4(
<=
250117
)/V5(
<=
200407
), and C20 V5 (<US_V5_260419 or <EU_V5_260317) allows attackers to decrypt the config.xml files.
How severe is CVE-2025-6982?
CVE-2025-6982 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-6982?
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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