CVE-2023-33538TP-LinkRouters and networkingJune 16, 2025

TP-Link Multiple Routers Command Injection Vulnerability

High 8.8Actively exploited

Description

TP-Link TL-WR940N V2/V4, TL-WR841N V8/V10, and TL-WR740N V1/V2 contain a command injection vulnerability via the component /userRpm/WlanNetworkRpm. The impacted products could be end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue product utilization.

What to do

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Details

Vendor
TP-Link
Product
TP-Link TL-WR940N, TL-WR841N, TL-WR740N
CVE
CVE-2023-33538
Affected versions
TL-WR940N: hardware V2/V4 (firmware versions not specified)
TL-WR841N: hardware V8/V10 (firmware versions not specified)
TL-WR740N: hardware V1/V2 (firmware versions not specified) (from the advisory and NVD; check the exact builds in the official advisory)
CVSS score
8.8
Actively exploited
Yes, listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
CISA due date
July 7, 2025 (deadline for US federal agencies: a good benchmark for you too)
Source
CISA KEV – original advisory
Published
June 16, 2025

The description and the recommended action are quoted from the public advisory; severity, exploitation status and affected versions are compiled automatically from public sources and may contain errors. The vendor's original advisory prevails: check it before taking action. This information is provided without warranty and does not replace a professional assessment.

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