CVE-2022-46914: High severity tp-link tl-wa801nd firmware vulnerability

Published Dec 20, 2022
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Updated

An issue in the firmware update process of TP-LINK TL-WA801N / TL-WA801ND V1 v3.12.16 and earlier allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via uploading a crafted firmware image.

Affected Software

8 affected components
TP-Link Tl-wa801n Firmware<=3.12.16
TP-Link TL-WA801N
TP-Link Tl-wa801nd V1 Firmware<=3.12.16
TP-Link TL-WA801ND V1
All of the following
TP-Link Tl-wa801n Firmware<=3.12.16
TP-Link TL-WA801N
All of the following
TP-Link Tl-wa801nd V1 Firmware<=3.12.16
TP-Link TL-WA801ND V1

Event History

Dec 20, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-46914.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-46914?

The severity of CVE-2022-46914 is high.

3

How does CVE-2022-46914 affect TP-LINK TL-WA801N Firmware?

CVE-2022-46914 affects TP-LINK TL-WA801N Firmware versions up to and including v3.12.16.

4

How does CVE-2022-46914 affect TP-LINK TL-WA801ND V1 Firmware?

CVE-2022-46914 affects TP-LINK TL-WA801ND V1 Firmware versions up to and including v3.12.16.

5

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-46914?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-46914 by uploading a crafted firmware image, which allows them to execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS).

6

Is TP-LINK TL-WA801N vulnerable to CVE-2022-46914?

TP-LINK TL-WA801N is vulnerable to CVE-2022-46914 in affected firmware versions up to and including v3.12.16.

7

Is TP-LINK TL-WA801ND V1 vulnerable to CVE-2022-46914?

TP-LINK TL-WA801ND V1 is vulnerable to CVE-2022-46914 in affected firmware versions up to and including v3.12.16.

8

How can I fix CVE-2022-46914?

To fix CVE-2022-46914, update the TP-LINK TL-WA801N / TL-WA801ND V1 firmware to a version later than v3.12.16.

9

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-46914?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-46914 in the following references: [1] [2]

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