CVE-2022-29402
First published: Wed May 25 2022(Updated: )
TP-Link TL-WR840N EU v6.20 was discovered to contain insecure protections for its UART console. This vulnerability allows attackers to connect to the UART port via a serial connection and execute commands as the root user without authentication.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-link Tl-wr840n Firmware | ||
| TP-LINK TL-WR840N | =6.20 | |
| TP-LINK TL-WR840N | =5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this TP-Link TL-WR840N EU v6.20 vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this TP-Link TL-WR840N EU v6.20 vulnerability is CVE-2022-29402.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-29402?
CVE-2022-29402 has a severity rating of 6.8 (high).
What is the affected software version?
The affected software version is TP-Link TL-WR840N EU v6.20.
How can attackers exploit this vulnerability?
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by connecting to the UART port via a serial connection and executing commands as the root user without authentication.
Is there a fix or patch available for CVE-2022-29402?
There is no information available about a fix or patch for CVE-2022-29402 at this time.
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