CVE-2022-40853 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 23 Sep 2022 Updated 22 May 2025

A stack overflow in the Tenda AC15 router allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via the list parameter.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2022-40853?

CVE-2022-40853 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 23 Sep 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Tenda AC15 router V15.03.05.19 contains a stack overflow via the list parameter at /goform/fast_setting_wifi_set

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-40853?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tendacn Ac15 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-40853?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-40853 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2022-40853 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-40853 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jcg9-774r-mm8x.