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Critical Vulnerabilities Found in TP-Link Tapo C520WS Cameras

Critical Vulnerabilities Found in TP-Link Tapo C520WS Cameras

First seen 3 Apr 2026, 11:14 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •April 4, 2026 at 10:47 UTC
  • •TP-Link's Tapo C520WS cameras have multiple high-severity vulnerabilities.
  • •Exploitation could lead to DoS attacks or unauthorized access.
  • •Urgent firmware updates have been released to address these issues.

Multiple high-severity vulnerabilities have been identified in TP-Link's Tapo C520WS smart security cameras. These vulnerabilities could allow adjacent attackers to trigger Denial-of-Service (DoS) conditions, crash the devices, or bypass authentication entirely. The affected devices are critical for home and business security, making their stability essential. TP-Link has issued urgent firmware updates to mitigate these vulnerabilities. The specific CVEs and technical details were not disclosed in the articles. Users are advised to apply the firmware updates promptly to secure their devices. The vulnerabilities pose a significant risk, especially in environments where security cameras are integral to safety protocols. The situation is ongoing, with no reports of active exploitation at this time.

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2026-04-03
TP-Link announces vulnerabilities in Tapo C520WS cameras
2026-04-03
Firmware updates released to address vulnerabilities

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