CVE-2022-0162: tp-link tl-wr841n_firmware

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2022-0162 is a critical (CVSS 9.8) vulnerability in tp-link tl-wr841n_firmware. EPSS estimates a 0.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 51.3% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 09-02-2022
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 16-09-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

The vulnerability exists in TP-Link TL-WR841N V11 3.16.9 Build 160325 Rel.62500n wireless router due to transmission of authentication information in cleartextbase64 format. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to intercept credentials and subsequently perform administrative operations on the affected device through web-based management interface.

• CWE-319Cleartext Transmission of Sensitive InformationThe product transmits sensitive or security-critical data in cleartext in a communication channel that can be sniffed by unauthorized actors.