Vulnerability identifier: #VU74035
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 7.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-121
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Archer AX20
Hardware solutions /
Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
Vendor: TP-Link
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the MiniDLNA service in the ".TPDLNA/files.db" database file. A remote attacker on the local network can trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Archer AX20: 2.1.6 20220128 rel.158234555
External links
http://www.tecsecurity.io/blog/tp-link_ax1800
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, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.