CVE-2018-15172: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 15, 2018
·Updated
TP-Link WR840N devices have a buffer overflow via a long Authorization HTTP header.
Affected Software
2 affected components
TP-Link Tl-wr840n Firmware=0.9.1
TP-Link TL-WR840N
Event History
Aug 15, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2018-15172?
CVE-2018-15172 is a vulnerability found in TP-Link WR840N devices that allows for a buffer overflow via a long Authorization HTTP header.
2
How severe is CVE-2018-15172?
CVE-2018-15172 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is considered high.
3
Which TP-Link WR840N firmware version is affected by CVE-2018-15172?
TP-Link WR840N firmware version 0.9.1 is affected by CVE-2018-15172.
4
How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2018-15172?
To fix the vulnerability, it is recommended to update the TP-Link WR840N firmware to a version that is not affected by CVE-2018-15172.
5
Is TP-LINK TL-WR840N vulnerable to CVE-2018-15172?
No, TP-LINK TL-WR840N is not vulnerable to CVE-2018-15172.