OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Totolink A8000RU Router
CVE-2026-7138

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Totolink
Status
A8000ru
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-7138?

A security flaw has been identified in the Totolink A8000RU router, specifically within the CGI Handler component's setNtpCfg function. This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the 'tz' argument, facilitating an OS command injection. The attack can be executed remotely, potentially compromising the device's integrity. The exploit details are now publicly accessible, emphasizing the importance for users to apply necessary security measures.

Affected Version(s)

A8000RU 7.1cu.643_b20200521

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-7138 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/359737
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/359737/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/801105
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CVSS V4

Score:
9.3
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

LtzHuster2 (VulDB User)
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