CVE-2023-49436

Tenda AX9 V22.03.01.46 has been discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the 'list' parameter at /goform/SetNetControlList

published December 7, 2023

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A minor oversight in Tenda AX9 could let an attacker inject commands through the 'list' parameter — think of it like letting a delivery driver write their own delivery instructions! 📦 Imagine running a restaurant where customers can scribble special requests on the order form without anyone checking them. In this case, the Tenda AX9 router is accepting commands that it shouldn't verify, potentially letting an attacker steer the network in unexpected directions. If exploited, an attacker could potentially execute arbitrary commands on the router, leading to unauthorized access or disruption of network services. This might result in a compromise of your internet security, leaving your devices vulnerable and exposed!

Put simply

Imagine running a restaurant where customers can scribble special requests on the order form without anyone checking them. In this case, the Tenda AX9 router is accepting commands that it shouldn't verify, potentially letting an attacker steer the network in unexpected directions. This command injection vulnerability exists in the '/goform/SetNetControlList' endpoint, allowing unverified commands to be executed when handled incorrectly by the router.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could potentially execute arbitrary commands on the router, leading to unauthorized access or disruption of network services. This might result in a compromise of your internet security, leaving your devices vulnerable and exposed! To protect your Tenda AX9, ensure you update to the latest firmware version as soon as it becomes available. Additionally, consider implementing strict input validation to prevent this type of injection. Regularly audit your network settings! This vulnerability is fixable! Stay vigilant and proactive, and you’ll keep your network safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02408 · 84.0th percentile
Published
2023-12-07T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 DEC 00:00Z
    Tenda AX9 V22.03.01.46 has been discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability in the 'list' parameter at /goform/SetNetControlList
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