CVE-2024-2855
CWE-121Published: March 24, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Tenda AC15 15.03.05.18/15.03.05.19/15.03.20. Affected by this vulnerability is the function fromSetSysTime of the file /goform/SetSysTimeCfg. The manipulation of the argument time leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The attack can be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-257779. NOTE: The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
Risk Analysis
The Tenda AC15 firmware is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow that can be triggered remotely. This critical flaw allows an attacker to compromise the device's stability or execute unauthorized code.
The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low complexity. It is not in the CISA KEV and no public exploit is currently tracked in the provided status.
Update the Tenda AC15 firmware to a version beyond 15.03.20. Restrict access to the router's management interface to trusted internal networks.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-2855 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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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-2855 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts