CVE-2025-24322: Tenda AC6 V5.0 · Missing Critical Step in Authentication
Affects Tenda AC6 V5.0Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.1 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 15:59 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 47% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 20 Aug 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tenda AC6 V5.0 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Immediate mitigation steps include isolating Tenda AC6 V5.0 devices running the vulnerable firmware from untrusted networks, especially the internet, by placing them behind firewalls or network access controls. Network administrators should restrict access to the device’s management interfaces to trusted internal IP ranges only. Monitoring network traffic for unusual requests targeting the setup interface can help detect attempted exploitation. As a longer-term measure, consider replacing vulnerable devices with models from vendors with stronger security track records and timely patch management. Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of a compromised router and enforce strict access controls on critical network segments. Regularly audit device firmware versions and configurations to ensure compliance with security best practices. Educate users about the risks of default or unpatched devices in their home or office environments.
Description
An unsafe default authentication vulnerability exists in the Initial Setup Authentication functionality of Tenda AC6 V5.0 V02.03.01.110. A specially crafted network request can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can browse to the device to trigger this vulnerability.