Path Traversal Vulnerability in TP-Link Tapo C260 by TP-Link
CVE-2026-0651

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Tp-link Systems Inc.

Status
Tapo C260 V1
Tapo D235 V1
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-0651?

A path traversal vulnerability exists in the TP-Link Tapo C260 v1, where improper handling of specific GET request paths via HTTPS allows local unauthenticated users to probe the filesystem. An attacker on the same local network may be able to verify the existence of files on the device, but is unable to read, write, or execute code as a result of this flaw. This vulnerability highlights the need for improved path validation to prevent unauthorized filesystem access.

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Affected Version(s)

Tapo C260 v1 0 < 1.1.9 Build 251226 Rel.55870n

Tapo D235 v1 0 < 1.2.2 Build 260210 Rel.27165n

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

tapo-c260-rce
Created by l0lsec

References

https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/tapo-c260/v1/
patch
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/tapo-c260/v1/
patch
https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/4960/
vendor-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

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