CVE-2026-11405: Hidden backdoor authentication mechanism in multiple versions of Tenda firmware allows admin access to web management interface

Published Jul 6, 2026
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Updated

The web server binary /bin/httpd contains a hidden backdoor authentication mechanism in the login() function at 004c88b8. - The function contains a normal authentication path using MD5/hash-based password verification (prodencode64/PasswordToMd5/checkrandkey). - After normal authentication fails, it calls GetValue("sys.rzadmin.password") to read a backdoor password from the device configuration. - It performs a direct strcmp() comparison (plaintext, not hashed) between the config value and the user-supplied password. A successful match grants role=2 (admin-level access) and creates a valid session. The rzadmin username is never checked — any username works with the backdoor

Affected Software

1 affected component
Tenda Tenda firmware

Event History

Jul 6, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:16 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Jul 7, 2026
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:27 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:28 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-11405?

CVE-2026-11405 has a risk rating of 28, indicating a serious security concern.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-11405?

To fix CVE-2026-11405, you should update the Tenda firmware to the latest version released by the manufacturer.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2026-11405?

CVE-2026-11405 affects multiple versions of Tenda firmware used in various Tenda networking devices.

4

What impact does CVE-2026-11405 have on my network?

CVE-2026-11405 allows unauthorized admin access to the web management interface, potentially compromising your network security.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-11405?

Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2026-11405 other than upgrading the firmware.

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