{"id":53867,"date":"2025-06-21T01:58:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-21T01:58:20","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-07-09T23:06:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T05:06:53","slug":"cve-2025-6128-critical-buffer-overflow-vulnerability-in-totolink-ex1200t","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-6128-critical-buffer-overflow-vulnerability-in-totolink-ex1200t\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-6128: Critical Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in TOTOLINK EX1200T<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

TOTOLINK EX1200T 4.1.2cu.5232_B20210713, a popular wireless networking device, has been identified with a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-6128) that potentially allows unauthorized remote system compromise or data leakage. This vulnerability is particularly concerning due to the widespread use of TOTOLINK devices across various sectors, and the potential for significant damage if not addressed promptly.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-6128
\nSeverity: Critical (CVSS 8.8)
\nAttack Vector: Network (HTTP POST Request<\/a>)
\nPrivileges Required: None
\nUser Interaction: None
\nImpact: Execution of arbitrary code leading to potential system<\/a> compromise or data leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Product | Affected Versions<\/p>\n

TOTOLINK EX1200T<\/a> | 4.1.2cu.5232_B20210713<\/p>\n

How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n

The vulnerability lies in an unspecified part of the file<\/a> \/boafrm\/formWirelessTbl within the HTTP POST Request Handler component of the TOTOLINK EX1200T. By manipulating the argument ‘submit-url’, an attacker can trigger a buffer overflow<\/a>. This buffer overflow<\/a> potentially allows the execution of arbitrary code, leading to unauthorized system access or leakage of sensitive data. The attack can be initiated remotely, and no user interaction is required, further increasing the risk associated with this vulnerability<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here’s a conceptual example of how an attacker may exploit<\/a> this vulnerability:<\/p>\n

POST \/boafrm\/formWirelessTbl HTTP\/1.1\nHost: target.example.com\nContent-Type: application\/x-www-form-urlencoded\nsubmit-url=..\/..\/..\/..\/..\/..\/..\/[BUFFER OVERFLOW ATTACK PAYLOAD]<\/code><\/pre>\n
This conceptual example is an HTTP POST request to the vulnerable<\/a> endpoint. The ‘submit-url’ argument is manipulated with a buffer overflow<\/a> attack payload, potentially causing the system to execute arbitrary code.<\/p>\n
Mitigation Guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n
It is strongly recommended to apply the vendor-supplied patch as soon as possible. If the patch cannot be applied immediately, using a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) can provide temporary mitigation. These systems can help detect and prevent attempts to exploit this vulnerability<\/a>. As always, follow best practices for cybersecurity, including regular system updates, monitoring for suspicious activity, and maintaining strong, unique passwords.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Overview TOTOLINK EX1200T 4.1.2cu.5232_B20210713, a popular wireless networking device, has been identified with a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-6128) that potentially allows unauthorized remote system compromise or data leakage. This vulnerability is particularly concerning due to the widespread use of TOTOLINK devices across various sectors, and the potential for significant damage if not addressed promptly. Vulnerability Summary […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"vendor":[],"product":[],"attack_vector":[86],"asset_type":[],"severity":[],"exploit_status":[],"class_list":["post-53867","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","attack_vector-buffer-overflow"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t