CVE-2025-6542: TP-Link Systems Omada gateways · OS Command Injection
Affects TP-Link Systems Inc. Omada gatewaysSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 9.3 Critical.
Data as of 10/25/2026, 16:58:54 UTC
- EPSS
- 1.0% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 63% 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:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 21 Oct 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 wild: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq 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 2026-10-25.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| TP-Link Systems Inc. Omada gateways | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
1. Immediate action should be taken to monitor TP-Link's official channels for firmware updates addressing CVE-2025-6542 and apply patches as soon as they become available. 2. Until patches are released, restrict access to the Omada gateway management interface by implementing network segmentation and firewall rules that limit access to trusted administrative IP addresses only. 3. Disable remote management features if not strictly necessary, or enforce VPN access for remote administration to reduce exposure. 4. Employ intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) with signatures or heuristics capable of detecting command injection attempts targeting Omada gateways. 5. Conduct thorough network traffic monitoring and log analysis to identify unusual commands or access patterns indicative of exploitation attempts. 6. Review and harden gateway configurations to minimize attack surface, including disabling unnecessary services and enforcing strong authentication where applicable. 7. Educate IT and security teams about this vulnerability to ensure rapid response and incident handling. 8. Consider deploying network segmentation to isolate critical systems from potentially compromised gateways. 9. Engage with TP-Link support for guidance and to confirm affected firmware versions and remediation timelines.
Description
An arbitrary OS command may be executed on the product by a remote unauthenticated attacker.
Impact
For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-6542 is substantial. Omada gateways are commonly used in enterprise networks, small and medium businesses, and managed service providers across Europe. Exploitation could lead to complete compromise of network perimeter devices, enabling attackers to intercept sensitive data, disrupt business operations, or launch further attacks within the network. Critical infrastructure sectors such as finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and government entities relying on these gateways could face severe confidentiality breaches, operational downtime, and reputational damage. The lack of authentication requirement lowers the barrier for attackers, increasing the likelihood of exploitation. Additionally, the ability to execute arbitrary OS commands could allow attackers to install persistent malware, create backdoors, or exfiltrate data undetected. This vulnerability could also be leveraged in supply chain attacks or to disrupt managed network services, amplifying its impact across multiple organizations.
Weaknesses
- CWE-78Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') (opens in a new tab)
Base weaknessLikelihood of exploit: HighCWE Top 25 (2025): #9OWASP Top 10 A05:2025: Injection (opens in a new tab)
The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component.
References
- support.omadanetworks.com/en/document/108455/ (opens in a new tab)
- omadanetworks.com/us/business-networking/all-omada-router/ (opens in a new tab)
- omadanetworks.com/us/business-networking/omada-pro-router-wired-router/ (opens in a new tab)
- tp-link.com/us/business-networking/soho-festa-gateway/ (opens in a new tab)