CVE-2026-2139

8.8 HIGH

📋 TL;DR

A buffer overflow vulnerability in Tenda TX9 routers allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating the ssid parameter in the fast_setting_wifi_set function. This affects Tenda TX9 routers up to firmware version 22.03.02.10_multi. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable and has public proof-of-concept code available.

💻 Affected Systems

Products:
  • Tenda TX9
Versions: Up to 22.03.02.10_multi
Operating Systems: Embedded router firmware
Default Config Vulnerable: ⚠️ Yes
Notes: All Tenda TX9 routers with vulnerable firmware versions are affected regardless of configuration.

⚠️ Manual Verification Required

This CVE does not have specific version information in our database, so automatic vulnerability detection cannot determine if your system is affected.

Why? The CVE database entry doesn't specify which versions are vulnerable (no version ranges provided by the vendor/NVD).

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Recommended Actions:
  1. Review the CVE details at NVD
  2. Check vendor security advisories for your specific version
  3. Test if the vulnerability is exploitable in your environment
  4. Consider updating to the latest version as a precaution

⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact

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Worst Case

Remote code execution leading to complete device compromise, network infiltration, and potential lateral movement to connected systems.

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Likely Case

Remote code execution allowing attackers to install malware, create backdoors, or disrupt network services.

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If Mitigated

Denial of service or limited information disclosure if exploit fails to achieve full code execution.

🌐 Internet-Facing: HIGH
🏢 Internal Only: MEDIUM

🎯 Exploit Status

Public PoC: ⚠️ Yes
Weaponized: LIKELY
Unauthenticated Exploit: ⚠️ Yes
Complexity: LOW

Proof-of-concept code is publicly available on GitHub, making exploitation straightforward for attackers.

🛠️ Fix & Mitigation

✅ Official Fix

Patch Version: Unknown

Vendor Advisory: Not available

Restart Required: Yes

Instructions:

1. Check Tenda official website for firmware updates
2. Download latest firmware for TX9 model
3. Access router admin interface
4. Navigate to firmware upgrade section
5. Upload and apply new firmware
6. Reboot router after update

🔧 Temporary Workarounds

Disable remote administration

all

Prevents external attackers from accessing vulnerable interface

Network segmentation

all

Isolate TX9 routers from critical network segments

🧯 If You Can't Patch

  • Replace affected Tenda TX9 routers with different models or brands
  • Implement strict network access controls to limit exposure of vulnerable routers

🔍 How to Verify

Check if Vulnerable:

Access router admin interface, navigate to firmware version page, check if version is 22.03.02.10_multi or earlier

Check Version:

curl -s http://router-ip/goform/getStatus | grep firmware_version

Verify Fix Applied:

After firmware update, verify version is newer than 22.03.02.10_multi

📡 Detection & Monitoring

Log Indicators:

  • Unusual POST requests to /goform/fast_setting_wifi_set with long ssid parameters
  • Router crash/reboot logs

Network Indicators:

  • Unusual traffic patterns from router IP
  • Outbound connections from router to unknown destinations

SIEM Query:

source="router_logs" AND uri="/goform/fast_setting_wifi_set" AND content_length>100

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