Is CVE-2022-38826 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2022-38826 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2022-38826 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2022-38826 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2022-38826?

CVE-2022-38826 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2022-38826

CWE-78Published: September 16, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

In TOTOLINK T6 V4.1.5cu.709_B20210518, there is an execute arbitrary command in cstecgi.cgi.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The TOTOLINK T6 device contains a vulnerability in its CGI interface that allows for arbitrary command execution. This critical flaw is remotely exploitable and has a CVSS score of 9.8.

There is no known public exploit, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV.

Recommended Action

Update the TOTOLINK T6 firmware to the latest version to patch the command execution vulnerability.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2022-38826 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.