CVE-2025-8160 Tenda AC20 httpd SetSysTimeCfg buffer overflow

High 8.7 Published Updated

Remote attackers can trigger a buffer overflow in the Tenda AC20 router's httpd service via the timeZone parameter, potentially leading to code execution or denial of service.

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-2025-8160?

CVE-2025-8160 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Tenda AC20, published on 25 Jul 2025. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Tenda AC20 up to 16.03.08.12. Affected is an unknown function of the file /goform/SetSysTimeCfg of the component httpd. The manipulation of the argument timeZone leads to buffer overflow. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-120, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-8160?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tenda Ac20 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2025-8160?

No fix has been published for CVE-2025-8160 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-2025-8160 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2025-8160 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pvf3-8pcq-8mjg.

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