Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in the web-based management feature on the TP-LINK TL-WR841N router with firmware 3.13.9 build 120201 Rel.54965n and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the PATH_INFO to the help/ URI.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr841N | - |
| Tp-Link | Tl-Wr841N Firmware | <= 3.13.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-10/0154.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-10/0154.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/117749/TP-LINK-TL-WR841N-Local-File-Inclusi
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79662
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-10/0154.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-10/0154.htmlExploit
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/files/117749/TP-LINK-TL-WR841N-Local-File-Inclusi
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79662
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5687?
CVE-2012-5687 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Directory traversal vulnerability in the web-based management feature on the TP-LINK TL-WR841N router with firmware 3.13.9 build 120201 Rel.54965n and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary...
How severe is CVE-2012-5687?
CVE-2012-5687 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5687?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tp-Link Tl-Wr841N, Tp-Link Tl-Wr841N Firmware.