Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in TP-Link TL-WR840N Router
CVE-2019-15060

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Tp-link
Status
Tl-wr840n Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 August 2019

What is CVE-2019-15060?

The traceroute functionality in the TP-Link TL-WR840N v4 router is susceptible to a serious vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. This is achieved by sending a specially crafted payload within the IP address input field, which can compromise the router's security. Users of this device are advised to review their firmware version and apply necessary security updates to mitigate potential exploitation.

References

https://twitter.com/rapt00rvf
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https://vitor-fernandes.github.io/First-CVE/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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