CVE-2023-39471: TP-Link TL-WR841N ated_tp Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 3, 2024
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Updated

This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of TP-Link TL-WR841N routers. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the atedtp service. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Affected Software

5 affected components
TP-Link TL-WR841N
All of the following
TP-Link TL-WR841N firmware<231119
TP-Link TL-WR841N=v14
All of the following
TP-Link Tl-wr840n Firmware<231121
TP-Link TL-WR840N=6.20

Event History

May 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 25, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·03:04 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-39471?

CVE-2023-39471 is rated as critical due to the ability of network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code without authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-39471?

To fix CVE-2023-39471, update the firmware of your TP-Link TL-WR841N router to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-39471?

CVE-2023-39471 affects installations of the TP-Link TL-WR841N router.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2023-39471 enable?

CVE-2023-39471 enables network-adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable routers.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-39471?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2023-39471.

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