CVE-2020-36195 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2020-36195, an SQL injection vulnerability in QNAP NAS systems. Understand the impact, affected versions, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps to prevent unauthorized access.
An SQL injection vulnerability affecting QNAP NAS running Multimedia Console or the Media Streaming add-on has been reported. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to obtain application information. QNAP has released fixes for the affected versions.
Understanding CVE-2020-36195
This CVE involves an SQL injection vulnerability in QNAP NAS systems running Multimedia Console or the Media Streaming add-on.
What is CVE-2020-36195?
CVE-2020-36195 is an SQL injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to access application information on QNAP NAS devices.
The Impact of CVE-2020-36195
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 9.8 (Critical) with high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-36195
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform SQL injection attacks on QNAP NAS systems running Multimedia Console or the Media Streaming add-on.
Affected Systems and Versions
- QTS versions less than 4.3.3.1624 Build 20210416 and less than 4.3.6.1620 Build 20210322
- Media Streaming add-on versions less than 430.1.8.10 and less than 430.1.8.8
- Multimedia Console versions less than 1.3.4
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the SQL injection vulnerability remotely over the network without requiring any privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-36195, follow these mitigation steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update QTS to version 4.3.3.1624 Build 20210416 or later
- Update QTS to version 4.3.6.1620 Build 20210322 or later
- Update Multimedia Console to version 1.3.4 or later
- Update Media Streaming add-on to version 430.1.8.10 or later
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update QNAP NAS systems and associated software
- Implement network security measures to prevent unauthorized access
Patching and Updates
Ensure all QNAP NAS systems are updated to the latest versions to mitigate the SQL injection vulnerability.