Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability was identified in Tenda AC15 15.13.07.13. Affected by this vulnerability is the function check_fw_type/split_fireware/check_fw of the component Firmware Update Handler. The manipulation leads to insufficient verification of data authenticity. The attack can be launched remotely. The complexity of an attack is rather high. The exploitation appears to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenda | Ac15 Firmware | 15.13.07.13 |
| Tenda | Ac15 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/IOTRes/IOT_Firmware_Update/blob/main/Tenda/AC15_Auth.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/IOTRes/IOT_Firmware_Update/blob/main/Tenda/AC15_Inte.mdExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.319975Permissions Required
- https://vuldb.com/?id.319975Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.628602Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://vuldb.com/?submit.628603Not Applicable
- https://www.tenda.com.cn/Product
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-8979?
CVE-2025-8979 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability was identified in Tenda AC15 15.13.07.13. Affected by this vulnerability is the function check_fw_type/split_fireware/check_fw of the component Firmware Update Handler. The manipulatio...
How severe is CVE-2025-8979?
CVE-2025-8979 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-8979?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Tenda Ac15 Firmware, Tenda Ac15.