CVE-2022-32385

Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.44 is vulnerable to Stack Overflow that will allow for the execution of arbitrary code (remote)

published July 6, 2022

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A stack overflow in Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.44 could open the door for remote code execution like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat! ๐Ÿ‡โœจ Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen gets overwhelmed with orders and starts mixing up recipes โ€” too much information can cause things to go very wrong. In this case, an attacker could send specially crafted data that leads to chaos and control over the device. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, potentially giving them full control over the router. This could lead to data breaches or unauthorized network access โ€” absolutely devastating for your home or business network!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen gets overwhelmed with orders and starts mixing up recipes โ€” too much information can cause things to go very wrong. In this case, an attacker could send specially crafted data that leads to chaos and control over the device. This stack overflow vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the input sent to the Tenda AC23 router, potentially causing the device to execute arbitrary code without proper authorization.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code, potentially giving them full control over the router. This could lead to data breaches or unauthorized network access โ€” absolutely devastating for your home or business network! To protect your network, update the Tenda AC23 firmware to the latest version, as patches may become available. Regularly check the manufacturer's website for updates and consider disabling remote management features if not needed. You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your devices updated to maintain your security hero status! ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02049 ยท 81.1th percentile
Published
2022-07-06T11:34Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JUL 11:34Z
    Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.44 is vulnerable to Stack Overflow that will allow for the execution of arbitrary code (remote)
    cvelistv5