CVE-2022-46596 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published 30 Dec 2022 Updated 11 Apr 2025

A stack overflow in the TRENDnet TEW755AP allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via the del_num 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-2022-46596?

CVE-2022-46596 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 30 Dec 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

TRENDnet TEW755AP 1.13B01 was discovered to contain a stack overflow via the del_num parameter in the icp_delete_img (sub_41DEDC) function.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-46596?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Trendnet Tew-755ap Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2022-46596?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-46596 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-2022-46596 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-46596 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fgq6-pccx-g2c5.