OS Command Injection in Totolink A8000RU Web Management Interface
CVE-2026-9408

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Totolink
Status
A8000ru
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9408?

A security vulnerability has been identified in the Totolink A8000RU, specifically within the web management interface in version 7.1cu.643_b20200521. The issue arises in the 'setStaticDhcpRules' function found in the '/cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi' file, where improper handling of the 'enable' argument can lead to OS command injection. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, potentially compromising the device from a remote location. As the exploit is now public, organizations using this model should take immediate action to mitigate the risk.

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-2026-9408 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365389
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/365389/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/813443
third-party-advisory

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

LtzHuster (VulDB User)
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