CVE-2018-18729: Buffer Overflow
An issue was discovered on Tenda AC7 V15.03.06.44CN, AC9 V15.03.05.19(6318)CN, AC10 V15.03.06.23CN, AC15 V15.03.05.19CN, and AC18 V15.03.05.19(6318)CN devices. There is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the router's web server -- httpd. While processing the 'mac' parameter for a post request, the value is directly used in a strcpy to a variable placed on the heap, which can leak sensitive information or even hijack program control flow.
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What is CVE-2018-18729?
CVE-2018-18729 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the router's web server of Tenda AC7, AC9, AC10, AC15, and AC18 devices.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2018-18729?
Tenda AC7 V15.03.06.44_CN, AC9 V15.03.05.19(6318)_CN, AC10 V15.03.06.23_CN, AC15 V15.03.05.19_CN, and AC18 V15.03.05.19(6318)_CN devices are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-18729?
The severity of CVE-2018-18729 is critical, with a CVSS score of 9.8.
How does CVE-2018-18729 work?
CVE-2018-18729 is triggered by processing a malicious 'mac' parameter for a post data check request.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-18729?
Currently, there is no known fix for CVE-2018-18729. It is recommended to apply any vendor-supplied patches or updates when available.