CVE-2022-40855: Critical severity Tenda W20e Firmware vulnerability

Published Sep 23, 2022
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Updated

Tenda W20E router V15.11.0.6 contains a stack overflow in the function formSetPortMapping with post request 'goform/setPortMapping/'. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) or Remote Code Execution (RCE) via the portMappingServer, portMappingProtocol, portMappingWan, porMappingtInternal, and portMappingExternal parameters.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Tenda W20e Firmware=15.11.0.6
Tenda W20E
All of the following
Tenda W20e Firmware=15.11.0.6
Tenda W20E

Event History

Sep 23, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:29 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40855?

CVE-2022-40855 has a high severity rating as it allows for Denial of Service (DoS) and potential Remote Code Execution (RCE).

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-40855?

To fix CVE-2022-40855, update the Tenda W20E router firmware to the latest version provided by the manufacturer.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2022-40855?

CVE-2022-40855 specifically affects Tenda W20E router firmware version 15.11.0.6.

4

What kind of attack can be performed using CVE-2022-40855?

CVE-2022-40855 can be exploited to conduct Denial of Service attacks or execute arbitrary code remotely.

5

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2022-40855?

Exploiting CVE-2022-40855 may lead to service interruptions or unauthorized control over the vulnerable Tenda W20E router.

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