Description
Incorrect access control in the setPairCfg function of TOTOLINK T6 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015 allows unauthenticated attackers to alter the mesh pairing state via sending a crafted POST request to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi.
Published: 2026-08-31
Score: 9.1 Critical
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Unauthorized configuration modification of mesh pairing state
Action: Apply Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

The vulnerability exists in the setPairCfg function of TOTOLINK T6 firmware 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015, where improper access control allows an unauthenticated attacker to send a crafted POST request to the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi endpoint. This flaw enables the attacker to alter the mesh pairing state of the device, potentially disabling legitimate peer connectivity or disrupting network operation. The weakness is classified as Improper Access Control (CWE‑284). The CVSS score of 9.1 indicates a high severity, underscoring the potential for denial of service or unauthorized manipulation of the device’s mesh behavior.

Affected Systems

Compatible with TOTOLINK T6 routers running firmware version 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015. Any device that exposes the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi CGI script and has the setPairCfg functionality enabled is affected.

Risk and Exploitability

The attack vector is inferred to be remote, requiring the ability to send an HTTP POST request to the vulnerable endpoint. Because the request is unauthenticated, an attacker with network or external access to the router can exploit it. The EPSS score is < 1%, indicating a low but non‑zero probability of exploitation. The CVSS score of 9.1 highlights the high severity of the flaw and its potential to disrupt legitimate mesh operations. The vulnerability is not listed in CISA KEV, so no designated exploitation campaigns have been reported yet, but the risk remains due to the lack of authentication and the public exposure of the endpoint.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 2, 2026 at 05:07 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Update the router firmware to a version where the access control flaw is fixed
  • Restrict network access to the /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi endpoint using firewalls or router ACLs to block unauthenticated requests
  • Disable the mesh pairing feature if it is not required for network operation
  • If an update is not yet available, monitor outbound traffic for unexpected POST requests to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi and investigate any suspicious activity

Generated by OpenCVE AI on September 2, 2026 at 05:07 UTC.

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History

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Title Unauthorized Mesh Pairing State Modification via Unauthenticated POST in TOTOLINK T6 Firmware 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 9.1, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N'}

ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'yes', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Title Unauthorized Mesh Pairing State Modification via Unauthenticated POST in TOTOLINK T6 Firmware 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015
First Time appeared Totolink
Totolink t6
Weaknesses CWE-284
Vendors & Products Totolink
Totolink t6

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description Incorrect access control in the setPairCfg function of TOTOLINK T6 4.1.5cu.748_B20211015 allows unauthenticated attackers to alter the mesh pairing state via sending a crafted POST request to /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi.
References

cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: mitre

Published:

Updated: 2026-09-01T14:24:45.848Z

Reserved: 2026-06-08T00:00:00.000Z

Link: CVE-2026-51721

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Updated: 2026-09-01T14:23:54.365Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Deferred

Published: 2026-08-31T17:17:41.627

Modified: 2026-09-01T15:17:17.710

Link: CVE-2026-51721

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No data.

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Updated: 2026-09-02T05:15:05Z

Weaknesses