CVE-2023-45040 : What You Need to Know

A buffer copy vulnerability has been identified in QNAP operating systems, impacting authenticated administrators. Learn more about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.

Understanding CVE-2023-45040

This CVE affects QTS and QuTS hero operating systems by QNAP Systems Inc.

What is CVE-2023-45040?

A buffer copy vulnerability in multiple QNAP operating system versions could allow authenticated administrators to execute code via a network.

The Impact of CVE-2023-45040

The vulnerability poses a low severity risk with a CVSS score of 3.8. If exploited, it could lead to code execution by authenticated administrators.

Technical Details of CVE-2023-45040

The vulnerability description, affected systems, and exploitation mechanism are detailed below:

Vulnerability Description

The buffer copy vulnerability allows authenticated admins to execute code via a network.

Affected Systems and Versions

QTS 5.1.x versions less than 5.1.4.2596 build 20231128
QuTS hero h5.1.x versions less than h5.1.4.2596 build 20231128

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated administrators to execute code remotely.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems with immediate steps and long-term security practices:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update affected systems to QTS 5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 or later
Update QuTS hero to h5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 or later

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch QNAP operating systems
Implement proper network security measures

Patching and Updates

Ensure all QTS and QuTS hero systems are updated to the fixed versions to mitigate the vulnerability.