CVE-2023-43135

There is an unauthorized access vulnerability in TP-LINK ER5120G 4.0 2.0.0 Build 210817 Rel.80868n, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information of…

published September 20, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
59.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unauthorized access vulnerability in TP-LINK ER5120G could let attackers dive straight into your device’s sensitive info without breaking a sweat! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel check-in desk that hands over room keys without verifying identities — anyone could waltz into your room and access your valuables! If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they can extract sensitive information, snatch user tokens, and log into the backend management of the device. This could lead to unauthorized configuration changes or data breaches, leaving your network completely exposed!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel check-in desk that hands over room keys without verifying identities — anyone could waltz into your room and access your valuables! This vulnerability allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to the device, bypassing authentication checks entirely. By exploiting this flaw, they can retrieve sensitive information stored on the device.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they can extract sensitive information, snatch user tokens, and log into the backend management of the device. This could lead to unauthorized configuration changes or data breaches, leaving your network completely exposed! To address this vulnerability, immediately update the firmware of the TP-LINK ER5120G to the latest version available. Additionally, review your device configurations to ensure they follow best security practices, avoiding default settings. 🚀 You've got this! With these steps, you’ll tighten your security and keep your device safe from prying eyes! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00919 · 59.9th percentile
Published
2023-09-20T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 SEP 00:00Z
    There is an unauthorized access vulnerability in TP-LINK ER5120G 4.0 2.0.0 Build 210817 Rel.80868n, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information of…
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