CVE-2026-6197: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Tenda F456
A flaw has been found in Tenda F456 1.0.0.5. This vulnerability affects the function formWrlsafeset of the file /goform/AdvSetWrlsafeset. Executing a manipulation of the argument mit_ssid can lead to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been published and may be used.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability affects Tenda F456 firmware version 1.0.0.5. The issue lies in the formWrlsafeset function within the /goform/AdvSetWrlsafeset endpoint. By sending a specially crafted argument to mit_ssid, an attacker can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without requiring user interaction or elevated privileges. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.7, indicating high severity. No official patch or vendor advisory has been published yet, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on the affected device. Given the stack-based buffer overflow nature, it may lead to system compromise or disruption of network services provided by the Tenda F456 device. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be triggered remotely, increasing its risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider limiting network exposure of the affected device, such as restricting remote access to management interfaces. Monitor vendor communications for updates on patches or mitigations.
CVE-2026-6197: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Tenda F456
Description
A flaw has been found in Tenda F456 1.0.0.5. This vulnerability affects the function formWrlsafeset of the file /goform/AdvSetWrlsafeset. Executing a manipulation of the argument mit_ssid can lead to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack may be performed from remote. The exploit has been published and may be used.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects Tenda F456 firmware version 1.0.0.5. The issue lies in the formWrlsafeset function within the /goform/AdvSetWrlsafeset endpoint. By sending a specially crafted argument to mit_ssid, an attacker can cause a stack-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without requiring user interaction or elevated privileges. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.7, indicating high severity. No official patch or vendor advisory has been published yet, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service on the affected device. Given the stack-based buffer overflow nature, it may lead to system compromise or disruption of network services provided by the Tenda F456 device. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be triggered remotely, increasing its risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should consider limiting network exposure of the affected device, such as restricting remote access to management interfaces. Monitor vendor communications for updates on patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-13T08:48:08.480Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69dd369b82d89c981f37507e
Added to database: 4/13/2026, 6:31:55 PM
Last enriched: 4/13/2026, 6:47:08 PM
Last updated: 4/13/2026, 9:02:58 PM
Views: 5
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