CVE-2023-45043: QTS, QuTS hero

Published Jan 5, 2024

Updated

A buffer copy without checking size of input vulnerability has been reported to affect several QNAP operating system versions. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow authenticated administrators to execute code via a network.

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 and later QuTS hero h5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 and later

Affected Software

15 affected components

QNAP QTS=5.1.0.2348-build_20230325

QNAP QTS=5.1.0.2399-build_20230515

QNAP QTS=5.1.0.2418-build_20230603

QNAP QTS=5.1.0.2444-build_20230629

QNAP QTS=5.1.0.2466-build_20230721

QNAP QTS=5.1.1.2491-build_20230815

QNAP QTS=5.1.2.2533-build_20230926

QNAP QTS=5.1.3.2578-build_20231110

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.0.2409-build_20230525

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.0.2424-build_20230609

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.0.2453-build_20230708

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.0.2466-build_20230721

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.1.2488-build_20230812

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.2.2534-build_20230927

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.3.2578-build_20231110

Remediation

Information

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 and later QuTS hero h5.1.4.2596 build 20231128 and later

Event History

Jan 5, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:18 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:18 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·05:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45043?

CVE-2023-45043 is classified as a buffer copy without checking size of input vulnerability which could allow code execution for authenticated administrators.

How do I fix CVE-2023-45043?

To fix CVE-2023-45043, update your QNAP operating system to the latest version as addressed in the security advisory.

Which QNAP operating system versions are affected by CVE-2023-45043?

CVE-2023-45043 affects several versions of QNAP QTS and QuTS hero, specifically versions 5.1.0.2348 to 5.1.3.2578 and corresponding QuTS hero versions.

Can CVE-2023-45043 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-45043 can potentially be exploited over the network if an authenticated user is involved.

What kind of access is required to exploit CVE-2023-45043?

Exploitation of CVE-2023-45043 requires authenticated administrative access to the QNAP system.