CVE-2020-24363: TP-link TL-WA855RE Missing Authentication for Critical Function Vulnerability

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CVE ID

CVE-2020-24363

Vulnerability Name

TP-link TL-WA855RE Missing Authentication for Critical Function Vulnerability

Project: TP-Link
Product: TL-WA855RE

Date

Date Added: 2025-09-02
Due Date: 2025-09-23

Description

TP-link TL-WA855RE contains a missing authentication for critical function vulnerability. This vulnerability could allow an unauthenticated attacker (on the same network) to submit a TDDP_RESET POST request for a factory reset and reboot. The attacker can then obtain incorrect access control by setting a new administrative password. The impacted products could be end-of-life (EoL) and/or end-of-service (EoS). Users should discontinue product utilization.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.