News Insights: TP-Link Archer Router Vulnerability Voids Admin Password, Can Allow Remote Takeover
TP-Link Archer Router Vulnerability Voids Admin Password, Can Allow Remote Takeover
If exploited, this router vulnerability can allow a remote attacker to take control of the router’s configuration without authentication, putting personal and business data at risk.
TP-Link Archer Router Vulnerability Voids Admin Password, Can Allow Remote Takeover
News Insights:
James McQuiggan, Security Awareness Advocate, KnowBe4
“With any internet-facing devices, it is important for organizations to be aware of patches and updates available for their systems. Attackers are always searching for vulnerable internet-facing devices and with any known vulnerability, it will be added to their exploit arsenal to use against organizations. These routers have the patch available to reduce the risk of being attacked by this vulnerability.
Organizations need to implement the patch as soon as possible using their security program’s change management procedures. If organizations fail to implement these patches, they increase their risk of attack and possible data breach of their network and systems.”
Hugh Taylor
Hugh Taylor is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). In addition to editing Journal of Cyber Policy, he writes about cybersecurity, compliance and enterprise technology for such clients as Microsoft, IBM, SAP, HPE, Oracle, Google and Advanced Micro Devices. Prior to launching his freelance writing career, he served in executive roles at Microsoft, IBM and several venture-backed technology startups.