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This flaw affects the TP-Link Archer C9 V2 firmware build C9(UN)_V2_160517. It can let an attacker reset the router administrator password because the password recovery process uses a predictable random-number seed. That can convert router management access into administrator control. The CVE states it is fixed in C9(UN)_V2_170511. Exposure is most likely where TP-Link Archer C9 V2 routers are running C9(UN)_V2_160517 and the administrative or recovery interface is reachable by untrusted users. The source bundle does not establish broader product impact beyond Archer C9 V2. Prioritize remediation for any reachable Archer C9 V2 management interface. The business risk is unauthorized router administration, which can affect network availability, traffic routing, and security controls. Devices already isolated from untrusted access are lower urgency but should still be updated. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Archer C9 V2 devices to C9(UN)_V2_170511 or later vendor-recommended firmware.; Restrict router administration and recovery interfaces to trusted management networks only.; Disable remote administration if it is not required..
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- https://devcraft.io/posts/2017/07/21/tp-link-archer-c9-admin-password-reset.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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