Is CVE-2023-6437 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2023-6437 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2023-6437 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2023-6437 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-6437?

CVE-2023-6437 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2023-6437

CWE-78Published: March 28, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability in TP-Link TP-Link EX20v AX1800, Tp-Link Archer C5v AC1200, Tp-Link TD-W9970, Tp-Link TD-W9970v3, TP-Link VX220-G2u, TP-Link VN020-G2u allows authenticated OS Command Injection.

This issue affects TP-Link EX20v AX1800, Tp-Link Archer C5v AC1200, Tp-Link TD-W9970, Tp-Link TD-W9970v3 : through 20240328. Also the vulnerability continues in the TP-Link VX220-G2u and TP-Link VN020-G2u models due to the products not being produced and supported.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Several TP-Link router models are vulnerable to OS command injection, allowing authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands. This critical vulnerability poses a significant risk to device control.

The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity. It is not currently listed in the KEV catalog.

Recommended Action

Update firmware to the latest version. For unsupported models, replace the hardware or restrict access to the management interface.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-6437 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.