CVE-2021-38686: Improper Authentication Vulnerability in VioStor
Published Nov 26, 2021
·Updated
An improper authentication vulnerability has been reported to affect QNAP device, VioStor. If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to compromise the security of the system. We have already fixed this vulnerability in the following versions of QVR: QVR FW 5.1.6 build 20211109 and later
Affected Software
1 affected component
QNAP QVR<5.1.6
Remediation
Information
We have already fixed this vulnerability in the following versions of QVR:
QVR FW 5.1.6 build 20211109 and later
Event History
Nov 26, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2021-38686?
CVE-2021-38686 is an improper authentication vulnerability affecting QNAP device VioStor.
2
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38686?
CVE-2021-38686 has a severity value of 8.8 (high).
3
Which software version is affected by CVE-2021-38686?
CVE-2021-38686 affects QVR versions up to and excluding 5.1.6.
4
How can CVE-2021-38686 be exploited?
CVE-2021-38686 can be exploited by attackers to compromise the security of the system.
5
Has CVE-2021-38686 been patched?
Yes, CVE-2021-38686 has been fixed in QVR FW 5.1.6 build 20211109 and later versions.