CVE-2022-27593: QNAP Photo Station Externally Controlled Reference Vulnerability
Certain QNAP NAS running Photo Station with internet exposure contain an externally controlled reference to a resource vulnerability which can allow an attacker to modify system files. This vulnerability was observed being utilized in a Deadbolt ransomware campaign.
Other sources
An externally controlled reference to a resource vulnerability has been reported to affect QNAP NAS running Photo Station. If exploited, This could allow an attacker to modify system files. We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.0.1: Photo Station 6.1.2 and later QTS 5.0.0/4.5.x: Photo Station 6.0.22 and later QTS 4.3.6: Photo Station 5.7.18 and later QTS 4.3.3: Photo Station 5.4.15 and later QTS 4.2.6: Photo Station 5.2.14 and later
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
QNAP Photo Station (QTS 4.2.6)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.2.14 - Upgrade
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QNAP Photo Station (QTS 4.3.3)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.4.15 - Upgrade
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QNAP Photo Station (QTS 4.3.6)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.18 - Upgrade
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QNAP Photo Station (QTS 5.0.0/4.5.x)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.0.22 - Upgrade
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QNAP Photo Station (QTS 5.0.1)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27593?
CVE-2022-27593 is an externally controlled reference to a resource vulnerability that affects QNAP NAS running Photo Station.
How does CVE-2022-27593 impact QNAP NAS running Photo Station?
If exploited, CVE-2022-27593 could allow an attacker to modify system files.
Which versions of QNAP Photo Station are affected by CVE-2022-27593?
QNAP Photo Station versions up to and including 5.4.15 are affected by CVE-2022-27593.
Is QNAP QTS affected by CVE-2022-27593?
QNAP QTS versions 4.2.6, 4.3.3, 4.3.6, 4.5.1 to 4.5.4.2012, and 5.0.0 are not vulnerable to CVE-2022-27593.
How can I fix CVE-2022-27593?
To fix CVE-2022-27593, update to QTS 5.0.1 with Photo Station 6.1.2 or later.