CVE-2023-49408

Tenda AX3 V16.03.12.11 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function set_device_name

published December 7, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky stack overflow found in Tenda AX3 could let mischief-makers crash the party! Just like an overstuffed suitcase bursting at the seams, this bug in the set_device_name function can cause some serious issues. 🧳 Think of it like trying to cram too many toppings on a pizza. If you overload it, the base can’t hold up, making a mess everywhere and potentially ruining your delicious meal. That's exactly what happens here when the input exceeds limits! If exploited, this stack overflow could lead to unexpected behavior, potentially crashing the device. An attacker might not gain total control, but causing disruption is definitely on the table — think of it as throwing a pizza slice at an unsuspecting party guest!

Put simply

Think of it like trying to cram too many toppings on a pizza. If you overload it, the base can’t hold up, making a mess everywhere and potentially ruining your delicious meal. That's exactly what happens here when the input exceeds limits! This vulnerability occurs in the Tenda AX3's set_device_name function, where excessive input can lead to a stack overflow, likely causing a crash or unwanted behavior in the device.

What to do

If exploited, this stack overflow could lead to unexpected behavior, potentially crashing the device. An attacker might not gain total control, but causing disruption is definitely on the table — think of it as throwing a pizza slice at an unsuspecting party guest! To protect your setup, check for any firmware updates from Tenda. Make sure you’re running the latest version available to prevent any issues from this overflow. Always monitor your devices and consider implementing input validation if applicable. You've got this! Stay vigilant with your updates, and you'll keep your network safe and sound. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00925 · 60.1th percentile
Published
2023-12-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 DEC 00:00Z
    Tenda AX3 V16.03.12.11 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the function set_device_name
    cvelistv5