What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-14656?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-14656 is high due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-14656?

To fix ZDI-CAN-14656, it is recommended to apply the latest firmware updates provided by TP-Link for the TL-WA1201.

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-14656?

ZDI-CAN-14656 affects all installations of TP-Link TL-WA1201 wireless access points.

Can ZDI-CAN-14656 be exploited without authentication?

Yes, ZDI-CAN-14656 can be exploited without any authentication, making it easier for attackers to target affected devices.

What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-14656?

ZDI-CAN-14656 is a remote code execution vulnerability related to the handling of DNS responses.

Vulnerability/
ZDI-CAN-14656

high

8.8

4/8/2024

ZDI-CAN-14656: TP-Link TL-WA1201 DNS Response Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of TP-Link TL-WA1201 wireless access points. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of DNS responses. A crafted DNS message can trigger an overflow of a fixed-length, stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
TP-Link TL-WA1201

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https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-081/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-14656?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-14656 is high due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-14656?
To fix ZDI-CAN-14656, it is recommended to apply the latest firmware updates provided by TP-Link for the TL-WA1201.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-14656?
ZDI-CAN-14656 affects all installations of TP-Link TL-WA1201 wireless access points.
Can ZDI-CAN-14656 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, ZDI-CAN-14656 can be exploited without any authentication, making it easier for attackers to target affected devices.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-14656?
ZDI-CAN-14656 is a remote code execution vulnerability related to the handling of DNS responses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-14656?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-14656 is high due to its potential for remote code execution without authentication.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-14656?
To fix ZDI-CAN-14656, it is recommended to apply the latest firmware updates provided by TP-Link for the TL-WA1201.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-14656?
ZDI-CAN-14656 affects all installations of TP-Link TL-WA1201 wireless access points.
Can ZDI-CAN-14656 be exploited without authentication?
Yes, ZDI-CAN-14656 can be exploited without any authentication, making it easier for attackers to target affected devices.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-14656?
ZDI-CAN-14656 is a remote code execution vulnerability related to the handling of DNS responses.