How severe is CVE-2023-36357?

CVE-2023-36357 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.7, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-36357 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-36357?

CVE-2023-36357 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-wr940n Firmware. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-36357?

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-2023-36357 published?

CVE-2023-36357 was published on 2023-06-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-36357

CVE-2023-36357 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Tl-wr940n Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.7. 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-770.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.7)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-770
Affected product: Tp-link Tl-wr940n Firmware
Published: 2023-06-22
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An issue in the /userRpm/LocalManageControlRpm component of TP-Link TL-WR940N V2/V4/V6, TL-WR841N V8/V10, and TL-WR941ND V5 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted GET request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-36357?: An issue in the /userRpm/LocalManageControlRpm component of TP-Link TL-WR940N V2/V4/V6, TL-WR841N V8/V10, and TL-WR941ND V5 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted GET request.
How severe is CVE-2023-36357?: CVE-2023-36357 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.7, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-36357 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-36357?: CVE-2023-36357 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-wr940n Firmware. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-36357?: 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-2023-36357 published?: CVE-2023-36357 was published on 2023-06-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://github.com/a101e-IoTvul/iotvul/blob/main/tp-link/5/TL-WR941ND_TL-WR940N_TL-WR841N_userRpm_LocalManageControlRpm.md

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:o:tp-link:tl-wr940n_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:tp-link:tl-wr841n_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:tp-link:tl-wr941nd_firmware:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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