How severe is CVE-2022-46430?

CVE-2022-46430 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-46430 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-46430?

CVE-2022-46430 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-wr740n V1 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-46430?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-46430 published?

CVE-2022-46430 was published on 2022-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-46430

CVE-2022-46430 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Tl-wr740n V1 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-494.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-494
Affected product: Tp-link Tl-wr740n V1 Firmware
Published: 2022-12-20
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

TP-Link TL-WR740N V1 and V2 v3.12.4 and earlier allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via uploading a crafted firmware image during the firmware update process.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-46430?: TP-Link TL-WR740N V1 and V2 v3.12.4 and earlier allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via uploading a crafted firmware image during the firmware update process.
How severe is CVE-2022-46430?: CVE-2022-46430 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-46430 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-46430?: CVE-2022-46430 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-wr740n V1 Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-46430?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-46430 published?: CVE-2022-46430 was published on 2022-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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