Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in TP-LINK TL-WR840N Router
CVE-2022-26640

7.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Tp-link
Status
Tl-wr840n Firmware
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 March 2022

What is CVE-2022-26640?

The TP-LINK TL-WR840N(ES)_V6.20 has been identified to have a buffer overflow vulnerability caused by improper handling of the minAddress parameter. This flaw can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized access and control over the device. Users of this router model should take immediate action to mitigate any security risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://github.com/Quadron-Research-Lab/Hardware-IoT/blob...
x_refsource_MISC

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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