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CVE-2024-25746: Tenda AC9 v · Stack-based Buffer Overflow

Source CVE Database V5

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Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.8 High.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 08:30 UTC

CVSS 3.1 base score
8.8High
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
0.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 33% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 22 Feb 2024

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponised: no evidence on record.

    No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq Mirage: no evidence on record.

    No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors

A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.

What to do

AI-suggested

1. Monitor Tenda's official channels for firmware updates addressing CVE-2024-25746 and apply patches immediately upon release. 2. Until patches are available, disable remote management interfaces on the Tenda AC9 router to prevent external exploitation. 3. Restrict network access to the router's management interfaces using firewall rules or network segmentation, limiting exposure to trusted internal IPs only. 4. Implement network monitoring and intrusion detection systems to detect anomalous traffic patterns or exploitation attempts targeting the add_white_node function or related router services. 5. Regularly audit router configurations and logs for signs of compromise or unauthorized changes. 6. Consider replacing vulnerable devices with models from vendors with a stronger security track record if patching is delayed. 7. Educate users and administrators about the risks of outdated firmware and the importance of timely updates. 8. Employ network segmentation to isolate critical systems from devices that may be vulnerable to router compromise. These steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on immediate risk reduction through access control and monitoring, alongside long-term patch management.

Description

Stack Based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Tenda AC9 v.3.0 with firmware version v.15.03.06.42_multi allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the add_white_node function.

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