Vulnerability identifier: #VU80412

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-34971

CWE-ID: CWE-326

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
QNAP QTS
Server applications / File servers (FTP/HTTP)
QuTS hero
Hardware solutions / Firmware

Vendor: QNAP Systems, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to inadequate encryption strength. A local user can perform a brute-force attack and decrypt data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

QNAP QTS: 5.0.1, 5.1.0, 4.5.4

QuTS hero: h4.5.4 - h5.1.0

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External links
http://www.qnap.com/en/security-advisory/qsa-23-60

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.