CVE-2020-28877: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Nov 20 2020(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in in the copy_msg_element function for the devDiscoverHandle server in the TP-Link WR and WDR series, including WDR7400, WDR7500, WDR7660, WDR7800, WDR8400, WDR8500, WDR8600, WDR8620, WDR8640, WDR8660, WR880N, WR886N, WR890N, WR890N, WR882N, and WR708N.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| TP-Link WDR7400 | ||
| TP-Link WDR7400 | ||
| Tp-link Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR7500 | ||
| TP-Link TL-WDR7660 Firmware | ||
| Tp-link Wdr7660 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR7800 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR7800 Firmware | ||
| Tp-link Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8400 | ||
| TP-Link WDR8500 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8500 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8600 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8600 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8620 | ||
| TP-Link WDR8620 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8640 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8640 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WDR8660 | ||
| TP-Link WDR8660 Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WR880N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WR880N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link TL-WR886N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link TL-WR886N | ||
| TP-Link WR890N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WR890N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WR882N | ||
| TP-Link WR882N Firmware | ||
| TP-Link WR708N | ||
| TP-Link WR708N |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-28877?
CVE-2020-28877 is classified with a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution via buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28877?
To fix CVE-2020-28877, update the firmware of your TP-Link device to the latest version released by the manufacturer.
Which TP-Link devices are affected by CVE-2020-28877?
CVE-2020-28877 affects multiple TP-Link WR and WDR series routers, including models such as WR7400, WDR7500, and others listed in the vulnerability description.
Can CVE-2020-28877 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-28877 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices.
What happens if I ignore CVE-2020-28877?
Ignoring CVE-2020-28877 could lead to unauthorized access and control over your network, compromising security.
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