Remote Command Injection Vulnerability in Totolink A8000RU Web Management Interface
CVE-2026-9456

9.3CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Totolink
Status
A8000ru
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 May 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-9456?

A command injection vulnerability exists in the Totolink A8000RU's web management interface. The flaw is located in the function setOpenVpnCfg within the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi file. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability remotely by manipulating specific arguments, thereby executing arbitrary operating system commands. This could lead to unauthorized access and control over the affected device, putting user security at significant risk. Immediate attention and remediation are recommended.

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-2026-9456 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/365437
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/365437/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/813452
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

LtzHust (VulDB User)
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