CVE-2022-45997 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published 12 Dec 2022 Updated 22 Apr 2025

A buffer overflow in the Tenda W20E router allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

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

What is CVE-2022-45997?

CVE-2022-45997 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 12 Dec 2022. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Tenda W20E V16.01.0.6(3392) is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow.

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-45997?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tenda W20e Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-45997?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-45997 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-2022-45997 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-45997 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hvf8-35gm-22pj.