CVE-2019-16213
CVE-2019-16213 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tendacn Pa6 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 9.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Tendacn Pa6 Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Tenda PA6 Wi-Fi Powerline extender 1.0.1.21 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system. By sending a specially crafted string, an attacker could modify the device name of an attached PLC adapter to inject and execute arbitrary commands on the system with root privileges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2019-16213?
- Tenda PA6 Wi-Fi Powerline extender 1.0.1.21 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system. By sending a specially crafted string, an attacker could modify the device name of an attached PLC adapter to inject and execute arbitrary commands on the system with root privileges.
- How severe is CVE-2019-16213?
- CVE-2019-16213 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2019-16213 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2019-16213?
- CVE-2019-16213 affects Tendacn Pa6 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2019-16213?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2019-16213 published?
- CVE-2019-16213 was published on 2020-06-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:tendacn:pa6_firmware:1.0.1.21:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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