Buffer overflow vulnerability in Trendnet TEG-40128 Web Smart Switch v1(1.00.023) due to the lack of length verification, which is related to the mobile access point setup operation. The attacker can directly control the remote target device by successfully exploiting this vulnerability.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.9, requiring local system access to exploit with relatively low complexity without requiring user interaction and does not require pre-existing privileges . The vulnerability impacts limited data confidentiality, limited integrity, and limited availability for affected systems. Impacting 2 products from trendnet, from trendnet organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2025, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2025-02-11T19:15:19.000
2025-05-23T17:56:20.403
Analyzed
CVSSv3.1: 5.9 (MEDIUM)
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | trendnet | teg-40128_firmware | 1.00.023 | Yes |
| Hardware | trendnet | teg-40128 | - | No |
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