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CVE-2026-2873

High ⚡ Exploit Available
A vulnerability was detected in Tenda A21 1.0.0.0. This issue affects the function setSchedWifi of the file /goform/openSchedWifi. Performing a manipulation of the argument schedStartTime/schedEndTime
CWE-119 — Weakness Type
Published: Feb 21, 2026  ·  Modified: Feb 28, 2026  ·  Source: NVD
CVSS v3
8.8
🔗 NVD Official
📄 Description (English)

A vulnerability was detected in Tenda A21 1.0.0.0. This issue affects the function setSchedWifi of the file /goform/openSchedWifi. Performing a manipulation of the argument schedStartTime/schedEndTime results in stack-based buffer overflow. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The exploit is now public and may be used.

🤖 AI Executive Summary

A critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Tenda A21 router firmware version 1.0.0.0 affecting the WiFi scheduling function. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without authentication, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain complete control of the device. With public exploits available and widespread router deployment across Saudi organizations, immediate patching is essential.

📄 Description (Arabic)

🤖 AI Intelligence Analysis Analyzed: Apr 22, 2026 22:55
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia Impact Assessment
High impact across multiple Saudi sectors: Banking and financial institutions using Tenda routers for branch connectivity face network compromise and data exfiltration risks. Government agencies and NCA-regulated entities risk unauthorized access to sensitive networks. Healthcare facilities (MOH, private hospitals) could experience service disruption and patient data breaches. Energy sector (ARAMCO, utilities) critical infrastructure networks may be compromised. Telecom providers (STC, Mobily, Zain) and their enterprise customers face widespread exposure. SMEs and corporate networks relying on Tenda equipment for WiFi infrastructure are particularly vulnerable.
🏢 Affected Saudi Sectors
Banking and Financial Services Government and Public Administration Healthcare Energy and Utilities Telecommunications Small and Medium Enterprises Education Retail
⚖️ Saudi Risk Score (AI)
8.9
/ 10.0
🔧 Remediation Steps (English)
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS:
1. Identify all Tenda A21 devices in your network using network scanning tools (nmap, Shodan queries for Saudi IP ranges)
2. Isolate affected devices from critical networks if immediate patching is not possible
3. Disable remote management features on Tenda A21 routers via web interface
4. Change default credentials on all Tenda devices immediately

PATCHING GUIDANCE:
1. Download latest firmware from Tenda official website (verify authenticity)
2. Access router admin panel (192.168.0.1 default) and navigate to System Tools > Firmware Upgrade
3. Upload patched firmware and reboot device
4. Verify firmware version post-update
5. Test WiFi scheduling functionality after patching

COMPENSATING CONTROLS (if patch unavailable):
1. Implement network segmentation - isolate WiFi network from critical systems
2. Deploy WAF/IPS rules blocking POST requests to /goform/openSchedWifi with oversized schedStartTime/schedEndTime parameters
3. Monitor for suspicious traffic patterns to router management interface
4. Implement strict firewall rules limiting access to router management ports (80, 443)

DETECTION RULES:
1. Monitor for HTTP POST requests to /goform/openSchedWifi with payload size >256 bytes
2. Alert on schedStartTime or schedEndTime parameters exceeding normal length (>20 characters)
3. Track failed authentication attempts to router admin interface
4. Monitor for unexpected process execution on router devices
5. Implement IDS signatures for stack overflow exploitation patterns
🔧 خطوات المعالجة (العربية)
الإجراءات الفورية:
1. تحديد جميع أجهزة Tenda A21 في شبكتك باستخدام أدوات المسح (nmap، استعلامات Shodan للنطاقات السعودية)
2. عزل الأجهزة المتأثرة عن الشبكات الحرجة إذا لم يكن التصحيح الفوري ممكنًا
3. تعطيل ميزات الإدارة البعيدة على أجهزة Tenda A21 عبر واجهة الويب
4. تغيير بيانات الاعتماد الافتراضية على جميع أجهزة Tenda فورًا

إرشادات التصحيح:
1. تحميل أحدث إصدار من البرنامج الثابت من موقع Tenda الرسمي (التحقق من الأصالة)
2. الوصول إلى لوحة تحكم الموجه (192.168.0.1 افتراضي) والانتقال إلى أدوات النظام > ترقية البرنامج الثابت
3. تحميل البرنامج الثابت المصحح وإعادة تشغيل الجهاز
4. التحقق من إصدار البرنامج الثابت بعد التحديث
5. اختبار وظيفة جدولة WiFi بعد التصحيح

الضوابط البديلة (إذا لم يكن التصحيح متاحًا):
1. تنفيذ تقسيم الشبكة - عزل شبكة WiFi عن الأنظمة الحرجة
2. نشر قواعد WAF/IPS لحجب طلبات POST إلى /goform/openSchedWifi برسائل كبيرة الحجم
3. مراقبة أنماط حركة المرور المريبة إلى واجهة إدارة الموجه
4. تنفيذ قواعد جدار الحماية الصارمة لتحديد الوصول إلى منافذ إدارة الموجه

قواعد الكشف:
1. مراقبة طلبات HTTP POST إلى /goform/openSchedWifi بحجم حمولة >256 بايت
2. التنبيه على معاملات schedStartTime أو schedEndTime التي تتجاوز الطول الطبيعي
3. تتبع محاولات المصادقة الفاشلة لواجهة إدارة الموجه
4. مراقبة تنفيذ العمليات غير المتوقعة على أجهزة الموجه
5. تنفيذ توقيعات IDS لأنماط استغلال تجاوز المكدس
📋 Regulatory Compliance Mapping
🟢 NCA ECC 2024
ECC 2024 A.8.1 - Asset Management and Inventory Control ECC 2024 A.12.6 - Change Management ECC 2024 A.14.2 - System Development and Maintenance ECC 2024 A.16.1 - Information Security Incident Management
🔵 SAMA CSF
SAMA CSF ID.BE-1 - Business Environment SAMA CSF PR.IP-1 - Information Protection Processes SAMA CSF PR.PT-1 - Protective Technology SAMA CSF DE.CM-1 - Detection and Analysis
🟡 ISO 27001:2022
ISO 27001:2022 A.5.19 - Vulnerability Management ISO 27001:2022 A.8.1 - Asset Management ISO 27001:2022 A.8.2 - Configuration Management ISO 27001:2022 A.12.6 - Change Management
🟣 PCI DSS v4.0.1
PCI DSS 6.2 - Security Patches and Updates PCI DSS 11.2 - Vulnerability Scanning
📦 Affected Products / CPE 1 entries
tenda:a21_firmware:1.0.0.0
📊 CVSS Score
8.8
/ 10.0 — High
📊 CVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack VectorN — None / Network
Attack ComplexityL — Low / Local
Privileges RequiredL — Low / Local
User InteractionN — None / Network
ScopeU — Unchanged
ConfidentialityH — High
IntegrityH — High
AvailabilityH — High
📋 Quick Facts
Severity High
CVSS Score8.8
CWECWE-119
EPSS0.08%
Exploit ✓ Yes
Patch ✓ Yes
Published 2026-02-21
Source Feed nvd
Views 5
🇸🇦 Saudi Risk Score
8.9
/ 10.0 — Saudi Risk
Priority: CRITICAL
🏷️ Tags
exploit-available CWE-119
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