CVE-2018-16119 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published 20 Jun 2019 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on TP-Link WR1043nd routers via a stack-based buffer overflow in the httpd server.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: An administrator
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-16119?

CVE-2018-16119 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Jun 2019. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the httpd server of TP-Link WR1043nd (Firmware Version 3) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious MediaServer request to /userRpm/MediaServerFoldersCfgRpm.htm.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-16119?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tp-Link Tl-Wr1043nd Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16119?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-16119 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2018-16119 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-16119 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Public exploit code: 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hr6c-hqvj-5hgg.