8.8
CWE
269
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-28814: Improper Access Control Vulnerability in Helpdesk

First published: Fri Jun 11 2021(Updated: )

An improper access control vulnerability has been reported to affect QNAP NAS. If exploited, this vulnerability allows remote attackers to compromise the security of the software. This issue affects: QNAP Systems Inc. Helpdesk versions prior to 3.0.4.

Credit: security@qnapsecurity.com.tw

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
QNAP Helpdesk<3.0.4

Remedy

QNAP has already fixed this issue in Helpdesk 3.0.4 and later versions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-28814?

    CVE-2021-28814 has been rated as high severity due to its potential to allow remote attackers to exploit improper access control.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-28814?

    To fix CVE-2021-28814, update QNAP Helpdesk to version 3.0.4 or later.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2021-28814?

    CVE-2021-28814 affects QNAP Helpdesk versions prior to 3.0.4.

  • Can CVE-2021-28814 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2021-28814 can be exploited remotely by attackers due to improper access control.

  • What impact does CVE-2021-28814 have on security?

    CVE-2021-28814 compromises the security of the affected software, allowing unauthorized actions.

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