Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Tenda AC21 Router
CVE-2025-13446

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Tenda
Status
Ac21
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 November 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-13446?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Tenda AC21 routers, specifically within the /goform/SetSysTimeCfg file. This security flaw can be exploited remotely by manipulating the timeZone/time arguments. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and poses a serious risk, allowing attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or disrupt the device's functionality.

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Affected Version(s)

AC21 16.03.08.16

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-13446 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.333018
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.333018
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.694425
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CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

jiahui288 (VulDB User)
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