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CVE-2025-59487

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Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX53 v1.0 (tmpserver modules) allows authenticated adjacent attackers to cause a segmentation fault or potentially execute arbitrary code. Th
CWE-122 — Weakness Type
Published: Feb 3, 2026  ·  Modified: Feb 28, 2026  ·  Source: NVD
CVSS v3
8.0
🔗 NVD Official
📄 Description (English)

Heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX53 v1.0 (tmpserver modules) allows authenticated adjacent attackers to cause a segmentation fault or potentially execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability arises from improper validation of a packet field whose offset is used to determine the write location in memory. By crafting a packet with a manipulated field offset, an attacker can redirect writes to arbitrary memory locations.This issue affects Archer AX53 v1.0: through 1.3.1 Build 20241120.

🤖 AI Executive Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX53 firmware (versions 1.0-1.3.1) allows authenticated adjacent attackers to cause denial of service or execute arbitrary code through crafted packets with manipulated field offsets. This affects widely deployed enterprise and residential networking equipment across Saudi Arabia. Immediate patching is critical as the vulnerability requires only network adjacency and authentication, making it exploitable in internal network environments.

📄 Description (Arabic)

🤖 AI Intelligence Analysis Analyzed: Apr 26, 2026 13:55
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Impact Assessment
High impact on Saudi telecommunications sector (STC, Mobily, Zain) and enterprise networks using TP-Link equipment for branch connectivity. Banking sector (SAMA-regulated institutions) at risk if Archer AX53 used in network infrastructure. Government agencies and critical infrastructure operators using these routers for network segmentation face potential lateral movement risks. Healthcare facilities relying on TP-Link equipment for network access control vulnerable to compromise. Energy sector (ARAMCO, utilities) exposed if these devices deployed in operational technology networks. The vulnerability's requirement for authentication and adjacency limits exposure but remains critical in internal network scenarios.
🏢 Affected Saudi Sectors
Telecommunications (STC, Mobily, Zain) Banking and Financial Services (SAMA-regulated) Government and Public Administration Healthcare Energy and Utilities (ARAMCO) Critical Infrastructure Enterprise Networks Educational Institutions
⚖️ Saudi Risk Score (AI)
7.8
/ 10.0
🔧 Remediation Steps (English)
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS:
1. Identify all TP-Link Archer AX53 devices in your network using network scanning tools (nmap, Shodan queries for Saudi IP ranges)
2. Document firmware versions currently deployed across all locations
3. Isolate affected devices from critical network segments if patching cannot be completed within 48 hours
4. Disable remote management features on affected routers
5. Implement network segmentation to restrict access to router management interfaces

PATCHING GUIDANCE:
1. Download firmware version 1.3.2 or later from TP-Link Saudi support portal (tp-link.com/sa)
2. Schedule maintenance windows for firmware updates during low-traffic periods
3. Test patches in lab environment before production deployment
4. Maintain backup of current configuration before updating
5. Verify successful update by checking firmware version in device web interface

COMPENSATING CONTROLS (if immediate patching not possible):
1. Implement strict access control lists (ACLs) limiting management access to authorized IPs only
2. Deploy network intrusion detection signatures for malformed packet detection
3. Monitor router logs for authentication failures and unusual traffic patterns
4. Implement 802.1X authentication for network access through affected devices
5. Use VPN for all remote management of routers

DETECTION RULES:
1. Monitor for packets with abnormal field offset values targeting tmpserver modules
2. Alert on segmentation faults or unexpected router reboots
3. Track failed authentication attempts followed by unusual packet patterns
4. Monitor memory access patterns for writes to unexpected heap locations
5. Implement SNMP monitoring for router CPU/memory anomalies
🔧 خطوات المعالجة (العربية)
الإجراءات الفورية:
1. تحديد جميع أجهزة TP-Link Archer AX53 في شبكتك باستخدام أدوات المسح (nmap، استعلامات Shodan للنطاقات السعودية)
2. توثيق إصدارات البرنامج الثابت المنتشرة حالياً في جميع المواقع
3. عزل الأجهزة المتأثرة عن قطاعات الشبكة الحرجة إذا لم يكن التصحيح ممكناً خلال 48 ساعة
4. تعطيل ميزات الإدارة البعيدة على أجهزة التوجيه المتأثرة
5. تنفيذ تقسيم الشبكة لتقييد الوصول إلى واجهات إدارة جهاز التوجيه

إرشادات التصحيح:
1. تحميل إصدار البرنامج الثابت 1.3.2 أو أحدث من بوابة دعم TP-Link السعودية
2. جدولة نوافذ الصيانة لتحديثات البرنامج الثابت خلال فترات حركة المرور المنخفضة
3. اختبار التصحيحات في بيئة المختبر قبل النشر في الإنتاج
4. الاحتفاظ بنسخة احتياطية من التكوين الحالي قبل التحديث
5. التحقق من نجاح التحديث بفحص إصدار البرنامج الثابت في واجهة الويب للجهاز

الضوابط البديلة (إذا لم يكن التصحيح الفوري ممكناً):
1. تنفيذ قوائم التحكم في الوصول (ACLs) الصارمة التي تحد من وصول الإدارة إلى عناوين IP المصرح بها فقط
2. نشر توقيعات كشف الاختراق في الشبكة للكشف عن الحزم المشوهة
3. مراقبة سجلات جهاز التوجيه لحالات فشل المصادقة والأنماط المرورية غير العادية
4. تنفيذ مصادقة 802.1X لوصول الشبكة من خلال الأجهزة المتأثرة
5. استخدام VPN لجميع الإدارة البعيدة لأجهزة التوجيه

قواعد الكشف:
1. مراقبة الحزم ذات قيم إزاحة الحقول غير الطبيعية التي تستهدف وحدات tmpserver
2. التنبيه على أخطاء التجزئة أو إعادة تشغيل جهاز التوجيه غير المتوقعة
3. تتبع محاولات المصادقة الفاشلة متبوعة بأنماط حزم غير عادية
4. مراقبة أنماط الوصول إلى الذاكرة للكتابة إلى مواقع كومة غير متوقعة
5. تنفيذ مراقبة SNMP لشذوذ CPU والذاكرة في جهاز التوجيه
📋 Regulatory Compliance Mapping
🟢 NCA ECC 2024
ECC 2024 Control 5.1.1 - Access Control and Authentication ECC 2024 Control 5.2.1 - Network Security and Segmentation ECC 2024 Control 6.1.1 - Vulnerability Management ECC 2024 Control 6.2.1 - Patch Management ECC 2024 Control 7.1.1 - Incident Detection and Response
🔵 SAMA CSF
SAMA CSF ID.GV-1 - Organizational Governance SAMA CSF PR.AC-1 - Access Control SAMA CSF PR.IP-12 - Software, Firmware, and Information Integrity SAMA CSF DE.CM-8 - Vulnerability Scans SAMA CSF RS.MI-2 - Incident Response Procedures
🟡 ISO 27001:2022
ISO 27001:2022 A.5.15 - Access Control ISO 27001:2022 A.8.1 - User Endpoint Devices ISO 27001:2022 A.8.2 - Privileged Access Rights ISO 27001:2022 A.14.2 - Information Security Requirements Analysis and Specification ISO 27001:2022 A.14.3 - Information Security Design and Implementation
🟣 PCI DSS v4.0.1
PCI DSS 6.2 - Security patches and updates PCI DSS 11.2 - Vulnerability scanning PCI DSS 1.1 - Firewall configuration standards
📦 Affected Products / CPE 1 entries
tp-link:archer_ax53_firmware:1.0
📊 CVSS Score
8.0
/ 10.0 — High
📊 CVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack VectorA — Adjacent
Attack ComplexityL — Low / Local
Privileges RequiredL — Low / Local
User InteractionN — None / Network
ScopeU — Unchanged
ConfidentialityH — High
IntegrityH — High
AvailabilityH — High
📋 Quick Facts
Severity High
CVSS Score8.0
CWECWE-122
EPSS0.02%
Exploit No
Patch ✓ Yes
Published 2026-02-03
Source Feed nvd
Views 5
🇸🇦 Saudi Risk Score
7.8
/ 10.0 — Saudi Risk
Priority: HIGH
🏷️ Tags
CWE-122
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