{"id":21089,"date":"2025-04-10T22:17:46","date_gmt":"2025-04-10T22:17:46","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-05-30T05:35:37","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T11:35:37","slug":"cve-2024-0535-critical-buffer-overflow-in-tenda-pa6-1-0-1-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-0535-critical-buffer-overflow-in-tenda-pa6-1-0-1-21\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>CVE-2024-0535: Critical Buffer Overflow in Tenda PA6 1.0.1.21<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this blog post, we delve into the intricacies of a critical vulnerability found in Tenda PA6 1.0.1.21, identified as CVE-2024-0535. This vulnerability, with a CVSS Severity Score of 8.8, is notable as it can potentially lead to a full system compromise or data leakage. We will discuss the vulnerability in detail, its potential risks, and how to mitigate it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>CVE-2024-0535 is a stack-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-3011-uncovering-the-dangers-of-a-sophisticated-buffer-overflow-attack\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"24177\">buffer overflow<\/a> vulnerability affecting the `cgiPortMapAdd` function of the `\/portmap` file in the Tenda PA6&#8217;s `httpd` component. The manipulation of the `groupName` argument is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-42828-root-privilege-escalation-vulnerability-in-macos-ventura-13-5\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"51689\">root cause of this vulnerability<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-3200-unauthenticated-remote-attacker-exploiting-insecure-tls-protocols\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"51690\">exploit can be launched remotely<\/a>, and the details have been made public, adding urgency to the need for a robust solution. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-0756-unrestricted-jndi-identifier-vulnerability-in-hitachi-vantara-pentaho-data-integration-analytics\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"37810\">identifier VDB-250705 was assigned to this vulnerability<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that the vendor was contacted regarding this disclosure but did not respond, which means the official patch might not be available yet.<\/p><div id=\"ameeb-3249666289\" class=\"ameeb-content-2 ameeb-entity-placement\"><div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #555; padding-left: 20px; margin: 48px 0; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: #ffffff; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 700px;\">\r\n  <h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; display: flex; align-items: center;\">\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/chat\" style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; margin-right: 8px;\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Best-App-icon-Ameeba.png\" alt=\"Ameeba Chat Icon\" style=\"width: 40px; height: 40px;\" \/>\r\n    <\/a>\r\n    A new way to communicate\r\n  <\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <p style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\">\r\n    Ameeba Chat is built on encrypted identity, not personal profiles.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <p style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\">\r\n    Message, call, share files, and coordinate with identities kept separate.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul style=\"list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: 20px;\">\r\n    <li>\u2022 Encrypted identity<\/li>\r\n    <li>\u2022 Ameeba Chat authenticates access<\/li>\r\n    <li>\u2022 Aliases and categories<\/li>\r\n    <li>\u2022 End-to-end encrypted chat, calls, and files<\/li>\r\n    <li>\u2022 Secure notes for sensitive information<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p style=\"font-style: italic; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\r\n    Private communication, rethought.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 12px;\">\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/chat\/download\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff; color: #000000; padding: 10px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: 500;\">Download Ameeba Chat<\/a>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/chat\" style=\"border: 1px solid #ffffff; color: #ffffff; padding: 10px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: 500;\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The exploit works by manipulating the `groupName` argument in the `cgiPortMapAdd` function. By sending an overly long string to this argument, an attacker can trigger a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-41288-critical-buffer-overflow-vulnerability-in-openssh\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"24182\">buffer overflow<\/a>. This overflow can corrupt the stack, enabling the attacker to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-21625-critical-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-in-network-protocol\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"24242\">execute arbitrary code<\/a> or cause a Denial of Service (DoS) condition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Although the specific code for this exploit is beyond the scope of this blog post, conceptual examples of the exploit can be found in these links:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; [Example 1](https:\/\/github.com\/jylsec\/vuldb\/blob\/main\/Tenda\/PA6\/2\/README.md)<br \/>\n&#8211; [Example 2](https:\/\/github.com\/jylsec\/vuldb\/blob\/main\/Tenda\/PA6\/2\/README.md)<\/p><div id=\"ameeb-312657029\" class=\"ameeb-content ameeb-entity-placement\"><div class=\"poptin-embedded\" data-id=\"f6b387694f681\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Please use these resources responsibly, they are intended for education and awareness purposes only.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Potential Risks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-0577-critical-vulnerability-in-totolink-lr1200gb-router-allows-potential-remote-exploitation\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"29416\">potential risks associated with this vulnerability<\/a> are severe. Given that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/microsoft-s-recent-patch-a-detailed-analysis-of-the-126-flaws-and-the-actively-exploited-windows-clfs-vulnerability\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"26133\">exploit can be launched remotely and the details<\/a> are public, this leaves systems running on Tenda PA6 1.0.1.21 extremely vulnerable. The risks include:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Unauthorized system access: Attackers can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-47992-critical-buffer-overflow-vulnerability-exploit-in-freeimage-library\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"25575\">exploit this vulnerability<\/a> to gain unauthorized access to the system.<br \/>\n&#8211; Data leakage: Once the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-33113-memory-corruption-vulnerability-leading-to-system-compromise-or-data-leakage\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"31708\">system is compromised<\/a>, attackers may access and leak sensitive data.<br \/>\n&#8211; System instability: The exploit can cause system crashes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-58136-critical-vulnerability-in-yii-2-framework-leading-to-potential-system-compromise\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"31707\">leading to potential<\/a> downtime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mitigation Recommendations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Although the vendor has yet to release an official patch, there are interim solutions that can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-51063-understanding-and-mitigating-a-dom-based-xss-vulnerability-in-qstar-archive-solutions\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"27438\">mitigate the vulnerability<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Apply a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS): These tools can help detect and prevent suspicious activities, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2023-52150-unmasking-the-buffer-overflow-vulnerability\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"24195\">buffer overflow<\/a> attacks.<br \/>\n&#8211; Regularly update and patch your systems: Always ensure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-2945-unveiling-the-system-access-vulnerability-in-network-security-protocols\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"27439\">systems are up-to-date with the latest security<\/a> patches.<br \/>\n&#8211; Monitor your systems: Regularly monitor your systems for any suspicious activities. Early detection can help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cybersecurity-breaches-hit-30-of-charities-detailed-analysis-and-preventive-measures\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"27437\">prevent potential security breaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, CVE-2024-0535 is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-0223-critical-buffer-overflow-vulnerability-exploited\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"24250\">critical vulnerability<\/a> that can lead to system compromise or data leakage. As cybersecurity professionals, it&#8217;s crucial to stay vigilant and proactive in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2024-56518-a-critical-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-in-hazelcast-management-center\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"37095\">managing such vulnerabilities<\/a>. By applying the recommended mitigations and continuously monitoring your systems, you can better protect your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cybersecurity-threats-to-energy-storage-systems-a-rising-concern-for-experts\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"25406\">systems from potential threats<\/a>. Stay tuned for more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/the-evolution-of-insurance-cybersecurity-certifications-an-updated-overview-across-states\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"30648\">updates on this and other cybersecurity<\/a> topics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview In this blog post, we delve into the intricacies of a critical vulnerability found in Tenda PA6 1.0.1.21, identified as CVE-2024-0535. This vulnerability, with a CVSS Severity Score of 8.8, is notable as it can potentially lead to a full system compromise or data leakage. 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