CVE-2026-7099 Tenda F456 httpd QuickIndex formQuickIndex buffer overflow

High 8.7 Published Updated

Remote attackers can trigger a buffer overflow in the Tenda F456 router's httpd service via the QuickIndex form, 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-2026-7099?

CVE-2026-7099 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Tenda F456, published on 27 Apr 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was detected in Tenda F456 1.0.0.5. The affected element is the function formQuickIndex of the file /goform/QuickIndex of the component httpd. Performing a manipulation of the argument mit_linktype results in buffer overflow. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.

Weakness: CWE-120, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-7099?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Tenda F456 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2026-7099?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-7099 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-2026-7099 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-7099 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-fw73-5j4x-x5jq.

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