PatchTheCVECVE-2026-1315: By sending crafted files to the firmware update endpoint of Tapo C220 v1 and C520WS v2, the device terminates
CVE-2026-1315 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting tapo c220 firmware, tapo c520ws firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
By sending crafted files to the firmware update endpoint of Tapo C220 v1 and C520WS v2, the device terminates core system services before verifying authentication or firmware integrity. An unauthenticated attacker can trigger a persistent denial of service, requiring a manual reboot or application initiated restart to restore normal device operation.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 50%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2026-01-27 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-1315?
tapo c220 firmware: upgrade to 1.4.2; tapo c520ws firmware: upgrade to 1.2.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-1315 being exploited?
CVE-2026-1315 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-1315 affect?
CVE-2026-1315 affects tapo c220 firmware, tapo c520ws firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). By sending crafted files to the firmware update endpoint of Tapo C220 v1 and C520WS v2, the device terminates core system services before verifying authentication or firmware integrity. An unauthenticated attacker can trigger a persistent d
How urgent is CVE-2026-1315?
Priority 44/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
Software pages
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