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Vulnerability Database/CVE-2026-5854

CVE-2026-5854: Totolink A7100RU RCE Vulnerability

CVE-2026-5854 is a remote code execution flaw in Totolink A7100RU router that enables OS command injection through the setWiFiEasyCfg function. This article covers technical details, affected versions, and mitigation.

Updated: May 14, 2026

CVE-2026-5854 Overview

CVE-2026-5854 is an operating system command injection vulnerability in the Totolink A7100RU router running firmware version 7.4cu.2313_b20191024. The flaw resides in the setWiFiEasyCfg function within /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi, a component of the CGI Handler. Attackers manipulate the merge argument to inject arbitrary operating system commands. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable and requires no authentication or user interaction. Public exploit details have been disclosed, increasing the likelihood of opportunistic attacks against exposed devices. The weakness is classified under CWE-77, Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command.

Critical Impact

Unauthenticated remote attackers can execute arbitrary operating system commands on affected Totolink A7100RU routers, gaining full control of the device.

Affected Products

  • Totolink A7100RU router
  • Firmware version 7.4cu.2313_b20191024
  • /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi CGI Handler component

Discovery Timeline

  • 2026-04-09 - CVE-2026-5854 published to NVD
  • 2026-04-27 - Last updated in NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2026-5854

Vulnerability Analysis

The vulnerability exists in the setWiFiEasyCfg handler exposed through the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi endpoint on the Totolink A7100RU router. The handler accepts a merge parameter from incoming HTTP requests and passes its value into an operating system command without proper sanitization or neutralization of shell metacharacters. An attacker can append additional commands using shell separators such as semicolons, backticks, or pipe characters. Because the CGI binary typically runs with elevated privileges on embedded router platforms, injected commands execute with high privilege on the device. The exploit has been published, meaning weaponized payloads are accessible to opportunistic attackers scanning the internet for exposed management interfaces.

Root Cause

The root cause is improper input neutralization in the setWiFiEasyCfg function. The function concatenates the user-supplied merge argument directly into a command string passed to a shell interpreter. No allowlist validation, escaping, or argument separation is enforced before invocation, allowing arbitrary command structures to be parsed by the underlying shell. This pattern aligns with CWE-77.

Attack Vector

The attack vector is network-based and requires no authentication. An attacker sends a crafted HTTP POST request to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi targeting the setWiFiEasyCfg action with a malicious merge parameter containing shell metacharacters and injected commands. Once the CGI handler processes the request, the injected payload executes on the underlying Linux operating system. Successful exploitation enables persistent backdoor installation, credential theft, traffic interception, and pivoting into adjacent network segments. Technical write-ups are available in the GitHub Vulnerability Repository and VulDB Vulnerability #356380.

Detection Methods for CVE-2026-5854

Indicators of Compromise

  • HTTP requests to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi containing the setWiFiEasyCfg topicurl parameter combined with shell metacharacters such as ;, |, &, or backticks in the merge field.
  • Unexpected outbound connections originating from the router to unknown hosts following CGI requests.
  • New or modified files in writable router filesystem locations such as /tmp or /var.

Detection Strategies

  • Inspect web server and CGI access logs for POST requests to cstecgi.cgi containing setWiFiEasyCfg and non-alphanumeric characters in merge.
  • Deploy network intrusion detection signatures that match command injection patterns in HTTP request bodies targeting Totolink CGI endpoints.
  • Monitor router process trees for unexpected child processes spawned by the web server, such as sh, wget, curl, or nc.

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Forward router syslog and HTTP access logs to a centralized SIEM for correlation and retention.
  • Alert on inbound connections to router management interfaces from untrusted networks or the public internet.
  • Track DNS queries from router IP addresses to identify command-and-control beaconing after compromise.

How to Mitigate CVE-2026-5854

Immediate Actions Required

  • Restrict access to the router web management interface to trusted internal addresses only and disable WAN-side administration.
  • Audit the router for signs of compromise, including unauthorized accounts, modified configurations, and unknown processes.
  • Place affected devices behind a network firewall and segment them from sensitive internal systems.

Patch Information

No official vendor patch has been published in the available references at the time of disclosure. Monitor the Totolink Official Website for firmware updates addressing the setWiFiEasyCfg command injection. Consider replacing end-of-life or unsupported hardware if a fix is not released.

Workarounds

  • Disable remote administration features and the WiFi Easy Configuration functionality if not required.
  • Apply access control lists on upstream network equipment to block external access to TCP ports used by the router web interface.
  • Replace the affected device with a supported router if vendor remediation is unavailable.

Disclaimer: This content was generated using AI. While we strive for accuracy, please verify critical information with official sources.

  • Vulnerability Details
  • TypeRCE

  • Vendor/TechTotolink

  • SeverityHIGH

  • CVSS Score8.9

  • EPSS Probability0.32%

  • Known ExploitedNo
  • CVSS Vector
  • CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
  • Impact Assessment
  • ConfidentialityLow
  • IntegrityNone
  • AvailabilityHigh
  • CWE References
  • CWE-77
  • Technical References
  • GitHub Vulnerability Repository

  • VulDB Submission ID #791276

  • VulDB Vulnerability #356380

  • VulDB CTI for #356380

  • Totolink Official Website
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