CVE-2023-45044: 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·04:19 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:19 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·05:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45044?

CVE-2023-45044 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation by authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary code remotely.

How do I fix CVE-2023-45044?

To fix CVE-2023-45044, update your QNAP operating system to the latest version that includes the patch addressing this vulnerability.

Which QNAP versions are affected by CVE-2023-45044?

CVE-2023-45044 affects multiple versions of QNAP QTS and QuTS hero, particularly versions between 5.1.0.2348 to 5.1.3.2578 and corresponding hero builds.

Can CVE-2023-45044 be exploited without authentication?

No, CVE-2023-45044 requires authentication as it specifically affects authenticated administrators on the affected systems.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-45044?

CVE-2023-45044 is a buffer copy without checking size of input vulnerability, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.