CVE-2026-90608: Buffer Overflow in Totolink A3002MU
CVE-2026-90608 is a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the Totolink A3002MU router, specifically in the formPortFw function of the /boafrm/formPortFw component. The flaw arises from improper handling of the service_type argument, allowing remote attackers to trigger a buffer overflow. Exploit code has been published, indicating potential for attack, though no confirmed in-the-wild exploitation is reported. No patch or remediation information is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-90608 affects the Totolink A3002MU router firmware version Hh-B20211125.1046. It is located in the formPortFw function within the /boafrm/formPortFw component of the boa service. The issue is a buffer overflow caused by manipulation of the service_type argument, which can be exploited remotely without user interaction or elevated privileges. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 9.4, reflecting critical severity with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploit code has been published, increasing the risk of exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this buffer overflow vulnerability can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device. The high CVSS score indicates severe impact on system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Since the attack vector is network-based and requires no user interaction, the vulnerability poses a significant risk to affected devices exposed to untrusted networks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, network-level protections such as restricting access to the device's management interface and applying firewall rules to limit exposure may reduce risk. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2026-90608: Buffer Overflow in Totolink A3002MU
Description
CVE-2026-90608 is a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the Totolink A3002MU router, specifically in the formPortFw function of the /boafrm/formPortFw component. The flaw arises from improper handling of the service_type argument, allowing remote attackers to trigger a buffer overflow. Exploit code has been published, indicating potential for attack, though no confirmed in-the-wild exploitation is reported. No patch or remediation information is currently available.
CVSS v4.0
Score 9.4critical
Affected software
Totolink
A3002MU
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-90608 affects the Totolink A3002MU router firmware version Hh-B20211125.1046. It is located in the formPortFw function within the /boafrm/formPortFw component of the boa service. The issue is a buffer overflow caused by manipulation of the service_type argument, which can be exploited remotely without user interaction or elevated privileges. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 9.4, reflecting critical severity with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploit code has been published, increasing the risk of exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this buffer overflow vulnerability can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device. The high CVSS score indicates severe impact on system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Since the attack vector is network-based and requires no user interaction, the vulnerability poses a significant risk to affected devices exposed to untrusted networks.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, network-level protections such as restricting access to the device's management interface and applying firewall rules to limit exposure may reduce risk. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-12T19:30:38.408Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa7478a55bf5e2cf54ed5d3
Added to database: 09/14/2026, 01:02:02 UTC
Last enriched: 09/14/2026, 01:16:28 UTC
Last updated: 09/14/2026, 03:16:39 UTC
Views: 23
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