Vulnerability Description
SSH Hostkey misconfiguration vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX53 v1.0 (tmpserver modules) allows attackers to obtain device credentials through a specially crafted man‑in‑the‑middle (MITM) attack. This could enable unauthorized access if captured credentials are reused.This issue affects Archer AX53 v1.0: through 1.3.1 Build 20241120.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tp-Link | Archer Ax53 Firmware | 1.0 |
| Tp-Link | Archer Ax53 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/archer-ax53/v1/#FirmwareProduct
- https://www.tp-link.com/my/support/download/archer-ax53/v1/#FirmwareProduct
- https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/4943/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2025-2291
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-62501?
CVE-2025-62501 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). SSH Hostkey misconfiguration vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX53 v1.0 (tmpserver modules) allows attackers to obtain device credentials through a specially crafted man‑in‑the‑middle (MITM) attack. Th...
How severe is CVE-2025-62501?
CVE-2025-62501 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-62501?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tp-Link Archer Ax53 Firmware, Tp-Link Archer Ax53.