CVE-2025-12595CWE-119CWE-120

CVE-2025-12595

High · published November 2, 2025

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
65.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Remote code execution is just a faulty form away! A buffer overflow in Tenda AC23 could let attackers take control—like handing a stranger the keys to your home. 🔥 Think of it as a restaurant's order system that accidentally lets customers customize their orders beyond limits—leading to chaos in the kitchen! Similarly, this vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate input to overflow a buffer, creating a recipe for disaster. If exploited, an attacker could remotely execute arbitrary code, gaining complete access to your device. This could mean taking over your network, snooping on your sensitive information, or even launching further attacks on connected devices. The consequences can be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant's order system that accidentally lets customers customize their orders beyond limits—leading to chaos in the kitchen! Similarly, this vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate input to overflow a buffer, creating a recipe for disaster. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the argument list in the function formSetVirtualSer within the /goform/SetVirtualServerCfg file, resulting in a buffer overflow that can be exploited remotely.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could remotely execute arbitrary code, gaining complete access to your device. This could mean taking over your network, snooping on your sensitive information, or even launching further attacks on connected devices. The consequences can be absolutely devastating! Immediately update your Tenda AC23 router to the latest firmware version to close this vulnerability. Additionally, consider reviewing your device's configuration and network settings to ensure they are secure. Regularly check for firmware updates to keep your system protected! You’ve got this! With these actions, you can secure your device and maintain your network's integrity. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01099 · 65.4th percentile
Weaknesses
CWE-119 · Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer; CWE-120 · Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Published
2025-11-02T15:15Z
Affected products (1)
ProductVersionsFixed in
tenda/ac23_firmwareall versions—
References (6)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 NOV 10:02Z
    Tenda AC23 SetVirtualServerCfg formSetVirtualSer buffer overflow
    cvelistv5