CVE-2022-37176: Critical severity Tendacn Ac6 Firmware vulnerability

Published Aug 30, 2022
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Updated

Tenda AC6(AC1200) v5.0 Firmware v02.03.01.114 and below contains a vulnerability which allows attackers to remove the Wi-Fi password and force the device into open security mode via a crafted packet sent to goform/setWizard.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Tendacn Ac6 Firmware<=02.03.01.114
Tendacn Ac6=5.0
All of the following
Tendacn Ac6 Firmware<=02.03.01.114
Tendacn Ac6=5.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Tenda AC6 (AC1200) Firmware to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in v02.03.01.114 and below

Event History

Aug 30, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:07 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-37176?

CVE-2022-37176 is a vulnerability in Tenda AC6(AC1200) v5.0 Firmware v02.03.01.114 and below that allows attackers to remove the Wi-Fi password and force the device into open security mode.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-37176?

The severity of CVE-2022-37176 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2022-37176 impact Tenda AC6(AC1200) firmware?

CVE-2022-37176 allows attackers to remove the Wi-Fi password and force the device into open security mode by sending a crafted packet to goform/setWizard.

4

Which version of Tenda AC6(AC1200) firmware is affected by CVE-2022-37176?

Tenda AC6(AC1200) v5.0 Firmware v02.03.01.114 and below are affected by CVE-2022-37176.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-37176 in Tenda AC6(AC1200) firmware?

To fix CVE-2022-37176, it is recommended to update Tenda AC6(AC1200) firmware to a version that is not affected.

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