TP-Link Tapo C210 Password Recovery Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
July 5th, 2023
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows network-adjacent attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of TP-Link Tapo C210 IP cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the password recovery mechanism. The issue results from reliance upon the secrecy of the password derivation algorithm when generating a recovery password. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.
Additional Details
Fixed in firmware: 1.3.6 Build 230426 Rel.48373n
https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/tapo-c210/#Firmware-Release-Notes
Disclosure Timeline
- 2023-03-15 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2023-07-05 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
Cyrille Chatras
