CVE-2022-44373 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.8 Published 7 Dec 2022 Updated 23 Apr 2025

A stack overflow in TrendNet TEW-820AP allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the device.

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

What is CVE-2022-44373?

CVE-2022-44373 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Dec 2022. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A stack overflow vulnerability exists in TrendNet Wireless AC Easy-Upgrader TEW-820AP (Version v1.0R, firmware version 1.01.B01) which may result in remote code execution.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-44373?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Trendnet Tew-820ap Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-44373?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-44373 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-2022-44373 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-44373 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-6r4x-cgfq-6wg5.