CVE-2022-25461

Tenda AC6 v15.03.05.09_multi was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the startip parameter in the SetPptpServerCfg function

published March 18, 2022

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty stack overflow is hiding in the shadows of the Tenda AC6 router! This vulnerability appears in the SetPptpServerCfg function, and it’s sneaky enough to give a determined attacker a window in. 🔥 Think of it like packing a suitcase too full — once you push it past its limit, everything spills out. In this case, the startip parameter is overflowing with data, which can lead to unexpected behavior in the router's operations. If exploited, an attacker could cause the device to behave erratically or crash, potentially affecting your entire network. While no known exploits exist yet, it's a ticking time bomb in your router's code!

Put simply

Think of it like packing a suitcase too full — once you push it past its limit, everything spills out. In this case, the startip parameter is overflowing with data, which can lead to unexpected behavior in the router's operations. This stack overflow vulnerability occurs when the startip parameter in the SetPptpServerCfg function receives more data than it can handle, risking control over the device’s execution flow.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could cause the device to behave erratically or crash, potentially affecting your entire network. While no known exploits exist yet, it's a ticking time bomb in your router's code! To safeguard your network, update your Tenda AC6 router to the latest available firmware as soon as possible. Additionally, consider disabling unnecessary services like PPTP until you confirm that your system is secure. Regularly checking for updates should also be part of your routine! You've got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll keep your network safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01692 · 76.9th percentile
Published
2022-03-18T20:53Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 MAR 20:53Z
    Tenda AC6 v15.03.05.09_multi was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the startip parameter in the SetPptpServerCfg function
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