CVE-2020-2499: Hard-coded Password Vulnerability in QES

Q: What is the severity of CVE-2020-2499?

CVE-2020-2499 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access using a hard-coded password.

Q: How do I fix CVE-2020-2499?

To fix CVE-2020-2499, upgrade to QES version 2.1.1 Build 20200515 or later.

Q: Which versions of QES are affected by CVE-2020-2499?

CVE-2020-2499 affects all versions of QES prior to version 2.1.1.

Q: What could an attacker do if they exploit CVE-2020-2499?

If exploited, an attacker could log in to the affected QES system using a hard-coded password, compromising the security of the device.

Q: Has QNAP provided a solution for CVE-2020-2499?

Yes, QNAP has released an update that resolves CVE-2020-2499 in QES version 2.1.1 Build 20200515 and later.

Published Dec 24, 2020

Updated

A hard-coded password vulnerability has been reported to affect earlier versions of QES. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to log in with a hard-coded password. QNAP has already fixed the issue in QES 2.1.1 Build 20200515 and later.

Affected Software

6 affected components

QNAP QES<2.1.1

QNAP QES=2.1.1

QNAP QES=2.1.1-build_20200211

QNAP QES=2.1.1-build_20200303

QNAP QES=2.1.1-build_20200319

QNAP QES=2.1.1-build_20200424

Remediation

Information

QNAP has already fixed the issue in QES 2.1.1 Build 20200515 and later.

Event History

Dec 24, 2020

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:38 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:38 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-2499?

CVE-2020-2499 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access using a hard-coded password.

How do I fix CVE-2020-2499?