CVE-2023-50361: QTS, QuTS hero

Published Apr 26, 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 users to execute code via a network.

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.1.6.2722 build 20240402 and later QuTS hero h5.1.6.2734 build 20240414 and later

Affected Software

21 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 QTS=5.1.4.2596-build_20231128

QNAP QTS=5.1.5.2645-build_20240116

QNAP QTS=5.1.5.2679-build_20240219

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

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.4.2596-build_20231128

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.5.2647-build_20240118

QNAP QuTS hero=h5.1.5.2680-build_20240220

Remediation

Information

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.1.6.2722 build 20240402 and later QuTS hero h5.1.6.2734 build 20240414 and later

Event History

Apr 26, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:01 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:01 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

May 20, 2024

News Published

via BleepingComputer·02:57 PM

News Published

via BleepingComputer·02:58 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-50361?

CVE-2023-50361 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated users to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2023-50361?

To fix CVE-2023-50361, users should update their QNAP operating system to the latest patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

Which QNAP operating system versions are affected by CVE-2023-50361?

CVE-2023-50361 affects multiple QNAP QTS and QuTS hero versions prior to the latest fixes, including versions 5.1.0 to 5.1.5 and several builds of QuTS hero.

Can CVE-2023-50361 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-50361 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users, which increases the risk of unauthorized access.

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2023-50361?

Yes, there have been reports of a public exploit for CVE-2023-50361, making it critical for users to apply updates promptly.