CVE-2023-6437: Authenticated RCE

Published Mar 28, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability in TP-Link TP-Link EX20v AX1800, Tp-Link Archer C5v AC1200, Tp-Link TD-W9970, Tp-Link TD-W9970v3, TP-Link VX220-G2u, TP-Link VN020-G2u allows authenticated OS Command Injection.

This issue affects TP-Link EX20v AX1800, Tp-Link Archer C5v AC1200, Tp-Link TD-W9970, Tp-Link TD-W9970v3 : through 20240328. Also  the vulnerability continues in the TP-Link VX220-G2u and TP-Link VN020-G2u models due to the products not being produced and supported.

Affected Software

6 affected components
TP-Link EX20v AX1800<=20240328
TP-Link Archer C5v AC1200<=20240328
TP-Link TD-W9970<=20240328
TP-Link TD-W9970v3<=20240328
TP-Link VX220-G2u
TP-Link VN020-G2u

Event History

Mar 28, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:13 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6437?

The CVE-2023-6437 vulnerability is considered to have a critical severity due to its potential for OS command injection.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-6437?

To mitigate CVE-2023-6437, users should update their affected TP-Link devices to the latest firmware version available.

3

Which TP-Link products are affected by CVE-2023-6437?

CVE-2023-6437 affects TP-Link EX20v AX1800, TP-Link Archer C5v AC1200, TP-Link TD-W9970, TP-Link TD-W9970v3, TP-Link VX220-G2u, and TP-Link VN020-G2u.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-6437?

CVE-2023-6437 is an OS command injection vulnerability caused by improper neutralization of special elements.

5

Who can exploit CVE-2023-6437?

CVE-2023-6437 can be exploited by authenticated users with access to the affected TP-Link devices.

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