CVE-2020-36178: Command Injection

Published Jan 6, 2021
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Updated

oaliptaddBridgeIsolationRules on TP-Link TL-WR840N 6EU0.9.14.16 devices allows OS command injection because a raw string entered from the web interface (an IP address field) is used directly for a call to the system library function (for iptables). NOTE: oaliptaddBridgeIsolationRules is not the only function that calls utilexecSystem.

Affected Software

2 affected components
TP-Link Tl-wr840n Firmware=6_eu_0.9.1_4.16
TP-Link TL-WR840N

Event History

Jan 6, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:57 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-36178?

The severity of CVE-2020-36178 is critical.

2

How does CVE-2020-36178 allow OS command injection?

CVE-2020-36178 allows OS command injection by using a raw string from the web interface for a call to the system library function.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2020-36178?

TP-Link TL-WR840N 6_EU_0.9.1_4.16 devices are affected by CVE-2020-36178.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-36178?

To fix CVE-2020-36178, update the firmware of your TP-Link TL-WR840N 6_EU_0.9.1_4.16 device to a non-vulnerable version.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-36178?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-36178 at the following references: [link1], [link2], [link3].

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