Privilege escalation in Totolink A720r

CVE-2025-4269

A vulnerability was found in TOTOLINK A720R 4.1.5cu.374 and classified as critical. This issue affects some unknown processing of the file /cgi-bin/cstecgi.cgi of the component Log Handler. The manipulation of the argument topicurl with the input clearDiagnosisLog/clearSyslog/clearTracerouteLog leads to improper access controls. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

EPSS: 0.005 (41.1th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 6.5 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-4269?
CVE-2025-4269 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Totolink A720r, classified under Incorrect Privilege Assignment. CVSS score: 6.5/10. Published 2025-05-05.
How severe is CVE-2025-4269?
Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 6.5 out of 10.