CVE-2025-15517
8.1 · HIGHOverview
CVE-2025-15517 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting tp-link archer_nx600_firmware. It was published on March 23, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical Description
A missing authentication check in the HTTP server on TP-Link Archer NX200, NX210, NX500 and NX600 to certain cgi endpoints allows unauthenticated access intended for authenticated users. An attacker may perform privileged HTTP actions without authentication, including firmware upload and configuration operations.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from tp-link. Update archer_nx600_firmware to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| tp-link | archer_nx600_firmware | >= 0, < 1.3.0 | Affected |
| tp-link | archer_nx500_firmware | >= 0, < 1.5.0 | Affected |
| tp-link | archer_nx210_firmware | >= 0, < 1.3.0 | Affected |
| tp-link | archer_nx200_firmware | >= 0, < 1.3.0 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-15517?
CVE-2025-15517 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting tp-link archer_nx600_firmware. It was published on March 23, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2025-15517?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-15517?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from tp-link. Update archer_nx600_firmware to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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