CVE-2025-5870: TRENDnet TV-IP121W · Improper Authentication
Affects TRENDnet TV-IP121WSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 6.9 Medium.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 06:26 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.4% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 39% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 9 Jun 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-26.
What to do
AI-suggested
Given the absence of an official patch, European organizations should take immediate steps to mitigate the risk. First, isolate affected TRENDnet TV-IP121W devices from public internet access by placing them behind firewalls or VPNs restricting access to trusted networks only. Disable remote administration features if not strictly necessary. Change default credentials and enforce strong, unique passwords for all device interfaces. Monitor network traffic for unusual activity related to these devices. Consider replacing vulnerable devices with models from vendors that provide timely security updates. Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of a compromised device. Regularly audit and inventory IoT devices to ensure visibility and control. Finally, stay informed about any future vendor updates or community-developed patches.
Description
A vulnerability has been found in TRENDnet TV-IP121W 1.1.1 Build 36 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is an unknown functionality of the file /admin/setup.cgi of the component Web Interface. The manipulation leads to improper authentication. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.