CVE-2023-40800: Input Validation

Published Aug 25, 2023
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Updated

The compareparentcontroltime function does not authenticate user input parameters, resulting in a post-authentication stack overflow vulnerability in Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.45cn.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Tenda Ac23 Firmware=16.03.07.45_cn
Tenda AC23

Event History

Aug 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2023-40800.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40800?

CVE-2023-40800 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2023-40800 affect Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.45_cn?

CVE-2023-40800 affects Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.45_cn by causing a post-authentication stack overflow vulnerability in the compare_parentcontrol_time function.

4

Is Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.45_cn vulnerable to CVE-2023-40800?

Yes, Tenda AC23 v16.03.07.45_cn is vulnerable to CVE-2023-40800.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-40800?

To fix CVE-2023-40800, it is recommended to update to a patched version of Tenda AC23 firmware.

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