TP-Link TL-WR1043ND V1 3.13.15 and earlier allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via uploading a crafted firmware image during the firmware update process.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.8, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network but requires specific conditions to be met though user interaction is required requiring only low-level privileges . The vulnerability impacts and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 2 products from tp-link, from tp-link organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2022, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2022-12-20T20:15:10.687
2025-04-16T19:15:48.560
Modified
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 (MEDIUM)
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | tp-link | tl-wr1043nd_v1_firmware | ≤ 3.13.15 | Yes |
| Hardware | tp-link | tl-wr1043nd_v1 | - | No |
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