CVE-2015-2851
First published: Sat May 30 2015(Updated: )
client_chown in the sync client in Synology Cloud Station 1.1-2291 through 3.1-3320 on OS X allows local users to change the ownership of arbitrary files, and consequently obtain root access, by specifying a filename.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Synology Cloud Station | =1.1-2291 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =2.0-2291 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =2.0-2402 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =2.1-2561 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =2.1-2570 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =2.1-2577 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.0-3005 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.0-3103 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.0-3108 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.0-3109 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.0-3111 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.1-3317 | |
| Synology Cloud Station | =3.1-3320 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2851?
CVE-2015-2851 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2851?
To fix CVE-2015-2851, upgrade to a later version of Synology Cloud Station that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-2851?
CVE-2015-2851 affects users of Synology Cloud Station versions 1.1-2291 through 3.1-3320 on OS X.
What impact does CVE-2015-2851 have on my system?
CVE-2015-2851 allows a local user to change the ownership of arbitrary files, which can lead to unauthorized access and control over the system.
Can CVE-2015-2851 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-2851 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the system.
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