How severe is CVE-2023-27098?

CVE-2023-27098 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 high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2023-27098 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-27098?

CVE-2023-27098 affects Tp-link Tapo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27098?

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.

Does CVE-2023-27098 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-27098 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-30882.

When was CVE-2023-27098 published?

CVE-2023-27098 was published on 2024-01-09 and last updated on 2026-07-05.

CVE-2023-27098

CVE-2023-27098 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Tapo 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-312.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-30882
Weakness: CWE-312
Affected product: Tp-link Tapo
Published: 2024-01-09
Last modified: 2026-07-05

Description

TP-Link Tapo APK up to v2.12.703 uses hardcoded credentials for access to the login panel.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-27098?: TP-Link Tapo APK up to v2.12.703 uses hardcoded credentials for access to the login panel.
How severe is CVE-2023-27098?: CVE-2023-27098 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 high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2023-27098 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-27098?: CVE-2023-27098 affects Tp-link Tapo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-27098?: 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.
Does CVE-2023-27098 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-27098 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-30882.
When was CVE-2023-27098 published?: CVE-2023-27098 was published on 2024-01-09 and last updated on 2026-07-05.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:tp-link:tapo:*:*:*:*:*:android:*:*

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