CVE-2026-4552: Tenda F453 · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Affects Tenda F453Source CVE Database V5
Public exploit available · CVSS 8.7 High.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 11:52 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.6% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 50% 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 22 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: evidence found.
CVSS exploit maturity: proof of concept public
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), CVSS vector, the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 30 Oct 2026.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| TendaF453 | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
- Monitor Tenda's official channels for firmware updates addressing CVE-2026-4552 and apply patches promptly once available.
- Restrict access to the router's management interface by implementing network-level controls such as firewall rules or VPNs to limit exposure to trusted networks only.
- Disable remote management features if not required, especially access to the /goform/VirtualSer endpoint or similar administrative interfaces.
- Employ network segmentation to isolate vulnerable devices from critical infrastructure and sensitive data environments.
- Use intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to monitor and block suspicious traffic patterns targeting the vulnerable parameter.
- Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify devices running the affected firmware version.
- Educate users and administrators about the risks of exposing consumer-grade routers to the internet without adequate protections.
- Consider replacing outdated or unsupported devices with models that receive timely security updates and have robust security features.
Description
CVE-2026-4552 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in Tenda F453 router firmware version 1.0.0.3. It affects the fromVirtualSer function within the /goform/VirtualSer component, specifically the Parameters Handler. An attacker can remotely exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the 'page' argument, leading to a stack-based buffer overflow without requiring user interaction or prior authentication. Although no public exploits are currently observed in the wild, the vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, increasing the risk of exploitation. Successful exploitation could allow remote code execution or denial of service, severely impacting device confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Organizations using Tenda F453 routers with the affected firmware are at risk, particularly in environments where these devices are exposed to untrusted networks. Mitigation requires applying firmware updates once available or implementing network-level protections to restrict access to the vulnerable interface.