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2026-11-07 · critical

CVE-2026-123958: Critical Buffer Overflow in TOTOLINK CA300-PoE

Remote buffer overflow in CA300-PoE 6.2c.884 via setLanConfig, CVSS 9.9, public exploit, no patch available.

CVE-2026-123958: Critical Buffer Overflow in TOTOLINK CA300-PoE

CVE-2026-123958 identifies a remote buffer overflow in the setLanConfig function of /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi in TOTOLINK CA300-PoE version 6.2c.884. The vulnerability can be triggered through unauthenticated manipulation of the lanDns, lanSecDns, and langType parameters. A remote attacker can exploit this flaw to achieve arbitrary code execution on the device, compromising routers and PoE access points deployed in enterprise and critical infrastructure environments.

The vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 9.9 (critical) and was published on November 7, 2026. According to the official NVD description, a public exploit is already available. Recent social media signals on X report consistent findings: the vulnerability is part of a cluster of critical TOTOLINK CVEs, and to date, no official patch has been released by the vendor.

For defenders: immediately inventory TOTOLINK CA300-PoE devices in critical environments. If present, consider temporary network isolation or restriction of CGI access. Monitor access to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi for suspicious parameters. Contact TOTOLINK support for patch availability information. If the vendor fails to provide remediation within reasonable timeframes, evaluate replacement with a non-vulnerable alternative.

At a glance

What
Buffer overflow in the setLanConfig function of /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi in TOTOLINK CA300-PoE 6.2c.884. Triggered by unauthenticated manipulation of lanDns, lanSecDns, and langType parameters. Enables arbitrary remote code execution on PoE routers and access points.
Severity
CVSS 9.9 (critical). Public exploit available. Unauthenticated remote attack.
Affected versions
TOTOLINK CA300-PoE version 6.2c.884 confirmed in official NVD data. Other versions not specified.
Fix
Not reported in official data. No patch available at the time of publication (November 7, 2026).
Status
Published November 7, 2026. Public exploit available according to NVD description. No official vendor mitigation confirmed.
Action
Immediately inventory CA300-PoE routers in critical environments. Temporary network isolation recommended. Monitor access to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi. Contact TOTOLINK for patch status. Evaluate replacement if fix unavailable.

Sources: NVD, CVE-2026-123958

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