CVE-2022-38568

CVE-2022-38568 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tenda M3 Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-787.

Key facts

Description

Tenda M3 V1.0.0.12(4856) was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the function formSetFixTools. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via the hostname parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-38568?
Tenda M3 V1.0.0.12(4856) was discovered to contain a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the function formSetFixTools. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via the hostname parameter.
How severe is CVE-2022-38568?
CVE-2022-38568 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-38568 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (54th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-38568?
CVE-2022-38568 affects Tenda M3 Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38568?
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-2022-38568 published?
CVE-2022-38568 was published on 2022-08-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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