CVE-2025-12232: Tenda CH22 · Buffer Overflow
Affects Tenda CH22Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.7 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 08:30 UTC
- EPSS
- 4.9% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 92% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:PExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 27 Oct 2025
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by 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
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
GitHubtenda/CH22pkg:github/tenda/CH22Other threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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AI-suggested
1. Immediate network-level mitigation: Block or restrict access to the /goform/SafeClientFilter endpoint from untrusted networks, especially the internet, using firewall rules or access control lists. 2. Network segmentation: Isolate vulnerable Tenda CH22 devices from critical network segments to limit potential lateral movement if compromised. 3. Monitor network traffic for unusual or suspicious requests targeting /goform/SafeClientFilter, employing intrusion detection/prevention systems with custom signatures. 4. Disable remote management features on the router if not strictly necessary, reducing exposure to remote attacks. 5. Regularly check for firmware updates or security advisories from Tenda and apply patches as soon as they become available. 6. If patching is delayed, consider replacing vulnerable devices with models from vendors with stronger security track records. 7. Educate users about the risks of using outdated router firmware and encourage secure configuration practices. 8. Employ network anomaly detection tools to identify potential exploitation attempts early.
Description
A vulnerability was detected in Tenda CH22 1.0.0.1. Affected by this vulnerability is the function fromSafeClientFilter of the file /goform/SafeClientFilter. Performing a manipulation of the argument page results in buffer overflow. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.