#VU26405 Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key in Archer A7


Published: 2020-04-15

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26405

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-10884

CWE-ID: CWE-321

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Archer A7
Hardware solutions / Routers for home users

Vendor: TP-Link

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to disclose sensitive information on the target system.

The vulnerability exists within the "tdpServer" service due to the affected system uses a hard-coded cryptographic key. A remote attacker on the local network can identify cryptographic keys.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Archer A7: 190726


External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-336/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.


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