Overview
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in specific TOTOLINK router models, specifically the A702R, A3002R, and A3002RU versions 3.0.0-B20230809.1615. This particular bug allows for remote code execution, potentially leading to a complete system compromise or data leakage. This issue lies in the unknown processing of the file /boafrm/formNtp and its HTTP POST request handler component. Given the severity of this vulnerability, it’s essential for organizations and individuals using the affected models to understand the potential risks and take immediate steps to mitigate them.
Vulnerability Summary
CVE ID: CVE-2025-4833
Severity: Critical (CVSS: 8.8)
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Impact: Potential system compromise or data leakage
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Product | Affected Versions
TOTOLINK A702R | 3.0.0-B20230809.1615
TOTOLINK A3002R | 3.0.0-B20230809.1615
TOTOLINK A3002RU | 3.0.0-B20230809.1615
How the Exploit Works
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the HTTP POST request handler of these router models. Attackers exploit this by manipulating the ‘submit-url’ argument to trigger a buffer overflow. This can potentially allow for arbitrary code execution.
Conceptual Example Code
A conceptual example of the vulnerability might look like this:
POST /boafrm/formNtp HTTP/1.1
Host: target-router-ip
Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded
submit-url=[BUFFER OVERFLOW PAYLOAD]In the above example, the attacker would replace “[BUFFER OVERFLOW PAYLOAD]” with a specially crafted string designed to exploit the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Mitigation and Recommendations
To protect against this vulnerability, users of the affected TOTOLINK routers are strongly advised to apply the vendor patch as soon as it becomes available. In the meantime, implementing a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can provide temporary mitigation against potential exploitation. It’s also recommended to restrict network access to the affected devices and closely monitor network traffic for any signs of suspicious activity.