CVE-2022-45659 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

A buffer overflow in the Tenda AC6 router allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via the wpapsk_crypto 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-2022-45659?

CVE-2022-45659 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Dec 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Tenda AC6V1.0 V15.03.05.19 was discovered to contain a buffer overflow via the wpapsk_crypto parameter in the fromSetWirelessRepeat function.

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-45659?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tendacn Ac6 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45659?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-45659 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-2022-45659 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-45659 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-m2gq-49cg-2x8w.

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