High severityNVD Advisory· Published Sep 3, 2026· Updated Sep 8, 2026
CVE-2026-18167
CVE-2026-18167
Description
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the EasyMesh module of TP-Link Archer AX55 v4. When Mesh mode is enabled, a LAN attacker may submit crafted input that causes the easymesh daemon to crash and may potentially achieve remote code execution on the device.
Successful exploitation may cause the EasyMesh daemon to crash and may potentially allow remote code execution when Mesh mode is enabled. This may result in high impact to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected device.
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Affected products
1- Range: v4
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
2News mentions
2- ⚡ Weekly Recap: NetScaler and FortiMail 0-Days, AI Coding Leaks, Spectre v2 and Ransomware ArrestsThe Hacker News · Oct 5, 2026
- Multiple TP-Link Archer Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Execute Remote CodeCyber Security News · Sep 4, 2026