CVE-2023-38933

Tenda AC6 V2.0 V15.03.06.23, AC7 V1.0 V15.03.06.44, F1203 V2.0.1.6, AC5 V1.0 V15.03.06.28, FH1203 V2.0.1.6 and AC9 V3.0 V15.03.06.42_multi, and FH1205…

published August 7, 2023

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A stack overflow lurking in Tenda routers could let attackers cause a real ruckus with just a crafty deviceId! 🔥 Think of the deviceId parameter as a tiny delivery box that, if overstuffed, bursts open and spills its contents everywhere—if mishandled, it can disrupt the entire delivery system! 📦 An attacker could exploit this overflow to crash the router or even execute malicious code, leading to unauthorized access or complete device control. The implications could be severe, particularly if sensitive home networks are compromised!

Put simply

Think of the deviceId parameter as a tiny delivery box that, if overstuffed, bursts open and spills its contents everywhere—if mishandled, it can disrupt the entire delivery system! 📦 This vulnerability occurs via the deviceId parameter in the formSetClientState function, which can be exploited to trigger a stack overflow, allowing attackers to manipulate the device's behavior.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this overflow to crash the router or even execute malicious code, leading to unauthorized access or complete device control. The implications could be severe, particularly if sensitive home networks are compromised! Ensure you update your Tenda devices to the latest firmware version to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates and review your router settings to enhance security. 🛡️ You've got this! With a few updates, your network can stay safe and secure! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00838 · 57.4th percentile
Published
2023-08-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 AUG 00:00Z
    Tenda AC6 V2.0 V15.03.06.23, AC7 V1.0 V15.03.06.44, F1203 V2.0.1.6, AC5 V1.0 V15.03.06.28, FH1203 V2.0.1.6 and AC9 V3.0 V15.03.06.42_multi, and FH1205…
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