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CVE-2026-9408: OS Command Injection in Totolink A8000RU

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-9408cvecve-2026-9408
Published: Mon May 25 2026 (05/25/2026, 00:00:19 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Totolink
Product: A8000RU

Description

CVE-2026-9408 is a critical OS command injection vulnerability in the Totolink A8000RU router, specifically affecting version 7. 1cu. 643_b20200521. The flaw exists in the setStaticDhcpRules function of the /cgi-bin/cstecgi. cgi web management interface component. An attacker can remotely manipulate the 'enable' argument to execute arbitrary OS commands. The exploit code is publicly available, increasing the risk of exploitation. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet.

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AILast updated: 05/25/2026, 00:24:51 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform OS command injection via the 'enable' parameter in the setStaticDhcpRules function of the Totolink A8000RU's web management interface CGI script (/cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi). The affected version is 7.1cu.643_b20200521. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3, indicating critical severity with network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exploit code is publicly available, but no official patch or mitigation has been disclosed by the vendor.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the affected device without authentication, potentially leading to full compromise of the router, including unauthorized access, configuration changes, or disruption of service. The high CVSS score reflects the critical nature and ease of exploitation.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the router's web management interface from untrusted networks and consider disabling remote management features if possible. Monitor vendor communications for updates and apply patches promptly once available.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
VulDB
Date Reserved
2026-05-24T06:27:30.904Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 6a139358a5ae1af1aafc8770

Added to database: 5/25/2026, 12:10:00 AM

Last enriched: 5/25/2026, 12:24:51 AM

Last updated: 5/25/2026, 2:20:22 AM

Views: 10

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