How severe is CVE-2021-44032?

CVE-2021-44032 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2021-44032 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-44032?

CVE-2021-44032 affects Tp-link Omada Software Controller. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-44032?

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-2021-44032 published?

CVE-2021-44032 was published on 2022-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-44032

CVE-2021-44032 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Omada Software Controller with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Tp-link Omada Software Controller
Published: 2022-03-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

TP-Link Omada SDN Software Controller before 5.0.15 does not check if the authentication method specified in a connection request is allowed. An attacker can bypass the captive portal authentication process by using the downgraded "no authentication" method, and access the protected network. For example, the attacker can simply set window.authType=0 in client-side JavaScript.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-44032?: TP-Link Omada SDN Software Controller before 5.0.15 does not check if the authentication method specified in a connection request is allowed. An attacker can bypass the captive portal authentication process by using the downgraded "no authentication" method, and access the protected network. For example, the attacker can simply set window.authType=0 in client-side JavaScript.
How severe is CVE-2021-44032?: CVE-2021-44032 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2021-44032 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-44032?: CVE-2021-44032 affects Tp-link Omada Software Controller. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-44032?: 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-2021-44032 published?: CVE-2021-44032 was published on 2022-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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