CVE-2025-9605: Tenda AC21/AC23 GetParentControlInfo stack-based overflow

Published Aug 29, 2025
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Updated

A security vulnerability has been detected in Tenda AC21 and AC23 16.03.08.16. Affected is the function GetParentControlInfo of the file /goform/GetParentControlInfo. Such manipulation of the argument mac leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Tenda AC21
Tenda AC23
All of the following
Tenda Ac21 Firmware=16.03.08.16
Tenda AC21
All of the following
Tenda Ac23 Firmware=16.03.08.16
Tenda AC23

Event History

Aug 29, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 28, 57989
Event
via FIRST·08:43 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-9605?

CVE-2025-9605 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-9605?

To fix CVE-2025-9605, update the firmware of the Tenda AC21 and AC23 routers to the latest version provided by the vendor.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2025-9605?

CVE-2025-9605 affects the Tenda AC21 and AC23 router models.

4

What kind of attack can be launched due to CVE-2025-9605?

An attacker can execute a remote stack-based buffer overflow attack via manipulated arguments.

5

Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2025-9605?

CVE-2025-9605 can be exploited remotely without the need for user authentication.

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