7.5
CWE
787 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-40073: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Sep 19 2022(Updated: )

Tenda AC21 V 16.03.08.15 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via /bin/httpd, saveParentControlInfo.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Tenda AC21 Firmware=16.03.08.15
Tenda AC21 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-40073?

    CVE-2022-40073 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution through a buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-40073?

    To mitigate CVE-2022-40073, users should update the Tenda AC21 firmware to a version that addresses the buffer overflow flaw.

  • What is affected by CVE-2022-40073?

    CVE-2022-40073 affects Tenda AC21 devices running firmware version 16.03.08.15.

  • Can CVE-2022-40073 lead to unauthorized access?

    Yes, CVE-2022-40073 can potentially allow unauthorized access and control over the affected device.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-40073?

    Currently, the best approach is to apply the recommended firmware updates, as there are no effective workarounds for CVE-2022-40073.

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