CVE-2018-16119
CVE-2018-16119 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Tl-wr1043nd Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 34% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- CVSS v2: 9.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 34% (98th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Tp-link Tl-wr1043nd Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the httpd server of TP-Link WR1043nd (Firmware Version 3) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious MediaServer request to /userRpm/MediaServerFoldersCfgRpm.htm.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-16119?
- Stack-based buffer overflow in the httpd server of TP-Link WR1043nd (Firmware Version 3) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious MediaServer request to /userRpm/MediaServerFoldersCfgRpm.htm.
- How severe is CVE-2018-16119?
- CVE-2018-16119 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-16119 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 34% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-16119?
- CVE-2018-16119 affects Tp-link Tl-wr1043nd Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-16119?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2018-16119 published?
- CVE-2018-16119 was published on 2019-06-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:tp-link:tl-wr1043nd_firmware:3.00:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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