Tenda AC8 Stack Overflow Vulnerability in get_parentControl_list_Info Function

Vulnerability

A stack overflow vulnerability has been identified in the Tenda AC8 router, specifically in version V16.03.34.06. The issue arises in the get_parentControl_list_Info function, where the deviceid parameter is improperly handled, leading to potential memory corruption.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability causes a stack overflow, which can lead to arbitrary code execution or a denial-of-service condition, depending on the attacker's intent and the device's firmware.

Reproduction

To reproduce this vulnerability, send a request to the router's get_parentControl_list_Info function with a crafted deviceid parameter that exceeds the expected length. This can be done using a tool like Burp Suite or by manually crafting the request with an oversized deviceid value.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
4.5
impact
2.5
exploitability
9.1
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
6.4
urgency
2.9
incentive
9.2

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