Learn about CVE-2017-7631, a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in QNAP's File Station, allowing remote attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
Remote attackers can exploit a vulnerability in the share link function of File Station in QNAP 4.2.6 build 20171026, QTS 4.3.3 build 20170727, and previous versions to inject arbitrary web script or HTML, known as cross-site scripting (XSS).
Understanding CVE-2017-7631
This CVE involves a cross-site scripting vulnerability in QNAP's File Station, allowing remote attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML.
What is CVE-2017-7631?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the share link function of File Station in QNAP 4.2.6 build 20171026, QTS 4.3.3 build 20170727, and earlier versions.
The Impact of CVE-2017-7631
Technical Details of CVE-2017-7631
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts or inject HTML code through the share link function of File Station in affected QNAP versions.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the share link function in File Station to inject unauthorized web scripts or HTML, potentially compromising system security.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems from CVE-2017-7631 with these mitigation strategies.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates