CVE-2026-89052
MEDIUM
5,9
Source: f23511db-6c3e-4e32-a477-6aa17d310630
Attack Vector: network
Attack Complexity: low
Privileges Required: high
User Interaction: none
Confidentiality: N/A
Integrity: N/A
Availability: N/A
Description
AI Translation Available
A hardcoded cryptographic key management vulnerability exists in Archer C6 due to the use of a universal cryptographic key shared across devices. An attacker who obtains an encrypted configuration file or other protected credential data can recover plaintext credentials.
Successful exploitation may allow unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, including administrative credentials.
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Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key
DraftCommon Consequences
Security Scopes Affected:
Access Control
Potential Impacts:
Bypass Protection Mechanism
Gain Privileges Or Assume Identity
Read Application Data
Applicable Platforms
Technologies:
ICS/OT
https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/archer-c6/v2/#Firmware
https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/5356/