CVE-2024-50401: qts — Fix

Description

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability has been reported to affect several QNAP operating system versions. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow remote attackers who have gained administrator access to obtain secret data or modify memory. We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.2.1.2930 build 20241025 and later QuTS hero h5.2.1.2929 build 20241025 and later

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-134 CWE-134

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	qts	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All
qnap	quts_hero	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.qnap.com/en/security-advisory/qsa-24-43

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-50401? +

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability has been reported to affect several QNAP operating system versions. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow remote attackers who have gained administrator access to obtain secret data or modify memory. We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.2.1.2930 build 20241025 and later QuTS hero h5.2.1.2929 build 20241025 and later It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-50401? +

CVE-2024-50401 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.2 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-50401? +

CVE-2024-50401 affects products from qnap, specifically: qts, quts_hero. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-50401? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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