SB2021050308 - Remote code execution in Synology DiskStation DS418 play



SB2021050308 - Remote code execution in Synology DiskStation DS418 play

Published: May 3, 2021 Updated: April 25, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2021050308
Severity
Medium
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Adjecent network
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-31439)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the processing of DSI structures in Netatalk. A remote attacker on the local network can trigger heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.