CVE-2024-50396: QTS, QuTS hero

Published Nov 22, 2024
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Updated

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability has been reported to affect several QNAP operating system versions. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow remote attackers to obtain secret data or modify memory.

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.2.1.2930 build 20241025 and later QuTS hero h5.2.1.2929 build 20241025 and later

Affected Software

16 affected components
QNAP QTS<5.2.1.2930
QNAP QuTS hero<h5.2.1.2929
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2737-build_20240417
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2744-build_20240424
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2782-build_20240601
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2802-build_20240620
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2823-build_20240711
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2851-build_20240808
QNAP QTS=5.2.0.2860-build_20240817
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2737-build_20240417
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2782-build_20240601
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2789-build_20240607
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2802-build_20240620
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2823-build_20240711
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2851-build_20240808
QNAP QuTS hero=h5.2.0.2860-build_20240817

Remediation

Information

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following versions: QTS 5.2.1.2930 build 20241025 and later QuTS hero h5.2.1.2929 build 20241025 and later

Event History

Nov 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:31 PM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-50396?

The severity of CVE-2024-50396 is high due to the potential for remote attackers to exploit it for unauthorized access or memory modification.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-50396?

To fix CVE-2024-50396, update your QNAP QTS to version 5.2.1.2931 or later, or QuTS hero to version h5.2.1.2930 or later.

3

Which QNAP software versions are affected by CVE-2024-50396?

CVE-2024-50396 affects QNAP QTS versions up to 5.2.1.2930 and QuTS hero versions up to h5.2.1.2929.

4

What kind of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-50396?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-50396 can lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation of the system's memory.

5

Is there a public advisory for CVE-2024-50396?

Yes, QNAP has issued a security advisory detailing CVE-2024-50396 and recommended updates.

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