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CVE-2020-24363 is a missing-authentication vulnerability affecting the TP-Link TL-WA855RE wireless range extender. This flaw allows an unauthenticated attacker to take over the device on a local network. The vulnerability was added to CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog in September 2025, with a remediation due date of September 23, 2025. Discussions on WindowsForum highlight that this legacy IoT device flaw remains actively exploited by adversaries, emphasizing the importance of patching or replacing affected hardware to prevent unauthorized network access.
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    KEV Sept 2025: TP-Link TL-WA855RE Unauth Reset Flaw & WhatsApp Zero-Click Threat

    CISA’s September additions to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog — the TP‑Link TL‑WA855RE missing‑authentication flaw (CVE‑2020‑24363) and the WhatsApp incorrect‑authorization weakness (CVE‑2025‑55177) — are a reminder that adversaries continue to exploit both legacy IoT devices...
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