CVE-2021-46010 in A3100R
Summary
by MITRE • 03/31/2022
Totolink A3100R V5.9c.4577 suffers from Use of Insufficiently Random Values via the web configuration. The SESSION_ID is predictable. An attacker can hijack a valid session and conduct further malicious operations.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/06/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2021-46010 affects the Totolink A3100R router model running firmware version V5.9c.4577, presenting a critical security flaw in the web-based configuration interface. This issue stems from the implementation of insufficiently random values for session identification purposes, creating a predictable SESSION_ID that can be easily guessed or reverse-engineered by malicious actors. The vulnerability specifically targets the authentication mechanism of the device's web management interface, where session tokens are generated using weak randomization algorithms or predictable seeding sources.
The technical flaw manifests in the session management component of the router's web server implementation, where the SESSION_ID generation process lacks proper cryptographic randomness. This weakness allows attackers to predict session identifiers by analyzing patterns in the token generation algorithm or by leveraging insufficient entropy sources during the random number generation process. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-330 as the use of insufficiently random values, which directly impacts the security of authentication mechanisms. When an attacker successfully predicts a valid SESSION_ID, they can hijack active user sessions and gain unauthorized access to the router's administrative interface without requiring valid credentials.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe as it enables remote session hijacking attacks that can lead to complete compromise of the network device. An attacker who successfully hijacks a valid session can perform administrative operations such as modifying network configurations, changing passwords, accessing sensitive network information, and potentially using the compromised router as a pivot point for further attacks within the network. This vulnerability particularly affects enterprise and home networks where the router serves as a gateway, as it allows attackers to maintain persistent access to the network infrastructure. The attack can be executed remotely without requiring physical access to the device, making it particularly dangerous for network administrators who may not be aware of the compromise until significant damage has occurred.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2021-46010 should focus on implementing proper session management practices that utilize cryptographically secure random number generation algorithms. Network administrators should immediately update the firmware to the latest version provided by Totolink, as this vulnerability is likely to have been addressed in subsequent releases. In the interim, administrators can implement additional security controls such as enforcing HTTPS-only access to the web interface, implementing IP address filtering for administrative access, and monitoring for suspicious session activity. The vulnerability also aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 which involves credential access through session hijacking, and T1071 which covers application layer protocol usage for network communication. Organizations should also consider implementing network segmentation and access control measures to limit the potential impact of such compromises, while ensuring that all network devices are regularly updated to address known vulnerabilities.