CVE-2022-36584
CWE-120Published: September 6, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
In Tenda G3 US_G3V3.0br_V15.11.0.6(7663)_EN_TDE, the getsinglepppuser function has a buffer overflow caused by sscanf.
Risk Analysis
The Tenda G3 firmware contains a buffer overflow in the getsinglepppuser function caused by improper use of sscanf. This critical flaw allows for remote code execution.
There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not in the CISA KEV catalog.
Update the Tenda G3 firmware to the latest available version to address the buffer overflow.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-36584 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-36584 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts