CVE-2023-4744: Tenda AC8 formSetDeviceName stack-based overflow

Published Sep 3, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Tenda AC8 16.03.34.06cnTDC01. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function formSetDeviceName. The manipulation leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The identifier VDB-238633 was assigned to this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Tenda Ac8 Firmware=16.03.34.06
Tenda AC8=4.0
All of the following
Tenda Ac8 Firmware=16.03.34.06
Tenda AC8=4.0

Event History

Sep 3, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Sep 4, 2023
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-4744?

CVE-2023-4744 is a critical vulnerability found in Tenda AC8 16.03.34.06_cn_TDC01 firmware, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (stack-based buffer overflow) via a long device name.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-4744?

The severity of CVE-2023-4744 is critical, with a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10.

3

How does CVE-2023-4744 affect Tenda AC8?

CVE-2023-4744 affects the function formSetDeviceName in Tenda AC8, allowing remote exploitation to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

4

Is Tenda AC8 firmware version 16.03.34.06 vulnerable to CVE-2023-4744?

Yes, Tenda AC8 firmware version 16.03.34.06 is vulnerable to CVE-2023-4744.

5

How do I mitigate the vulnerability in Tenda AC8?

To mitigate the vulnerability in Tenda AC8, it is recommended to update to a patched firmware version provided by the vendor.

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