CVE-2026-26731: TOTOLINK A3002RU · Stack-based Buffer Overflow
Source CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 8.0 High.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 12:55 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 43% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 17 Feb 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
AI-suggested
To mitigate CVE-2026-26731, organizations should first verify if they are using the TOTOLINK A3002RU router with the affected firmware version V2.1.1-B20211108.1455. If so, immediate steps include: 1) Restrict local network access to trusted users and devices by implementing strict network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure to potential attackers. 2) Disable or restrict remote management interfaces and services that could allow external attackers to reach the vulnerable function. 3) Monitor network traffic and router logs for unusual activity indicative of exploitation attempts. 4) Contact TOTOLINK support or monitor official channels for firmware updates or patches addressing this vulnerability and apply them promptly once available. 5) Consider deploying network intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) with signatures tuned to detect buffer overflow attempts targeting this router. 6) As a temporary workaround, if feasible, disable IPv6 DNS features or the specific formDnsv6 function to reduce attack surface. 7) Educate network administrators about the vulnerability and enforce strong internal security policies to prevent privilege escalation and lateral movement. These targeted actions go beyond generic advice by focusing on limiting access to the vulnerable component and preparing for patch deployment.
Description
TOTOLINK A3002RU V2.1.1-B20211108.1455 was discovered to contain a stack-based buffer overflow via the routernamer`parameter in the formDnsv6 function.