CVE-2023-51368: QTS, QuTS hero

Published Sep 6, 2024

Updated

A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability has been reported to affect several QNAP operating system versions. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow users to launch a denial-of-service (DoS) attack 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

Sep 6, 2024

CVE Published

via MITRE·04:26 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·04:26 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·05:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-51368?

The severity of CVE-2023-51368 is significant as it allows for denial-of-service (DoS) attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2023-51368?

To fix CVE-2023-51368, update your QNAP operating system to the latest patched version listed in the advisory.

Which QNAP operating system versions are affected by CVE-2023-51368?

CVE-2023-51368 affects multiple versions of QNAP QTS and QuTS hero, including versions prior to the most recent fixes.

Can CVE-2023-51368 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-51368 can be exploited remotely via a network, potentially leading to system downtime.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-51368?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2023-51368; the recommended solution is to upgrade to the patched versions.