CVE-2018-18489: Medium severity tp-link tl-wr840n firmware vulnerability
The ping feature in the Diagnostic functionality on TP-LINK WR840N v2 Firmware 3.16.9 Build 150701 Rel.51516n devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (HTTP service termination) by modifying the packet size to be higher than the UI limit of 1472.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this security issue?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-18489.
What is the severity level of CVE-2018-18489?
The severity level of CVE-2018-18489 is medium (4.9).
How does CVE-2018-18489 affect TP-LINK WR840N v2 Firmware?
CVE-2018-18489 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (HTTP service termination) by modifying the packet size to be higher than the UI limit of 1472.
Is TP-LINK WR840N v2 Firmware version 3.16.9 affected by CVE-2018-18489?
Yes, TP-LINK WR840N v2 Firmware version 3.16.9 is affected by CVE-2018-18489.
How can I fix CVE-2018-18489?
Currently, there is no known fix or patch available for CVE-2018-18489. It is recommended to monitor for vendor updates and apply them once they become available.