CVE-2026-40536: Path Traversal
An improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability in Audio API in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) before 7.2.1-69057-10, 7.2.2-72806-7 and 7.3.2-86009-2 allows remote authenticated users to obtain non-sensitive information.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) - Audio APIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.2.1-69057-10 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) - Audio APIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.2.2-72806-7 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) - Audio APIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.3.2-86009-2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this issue?
A remote attacker must be authenticated to DSM. The issue affects the Audio API and can allow authenticated users to obtain non-sensitive information.
Which DSM releases need to be updated?
DSM versions before 7.2.1-69057-10, 7.2.2-72806-7, and 7.3.2-86009-2 are affected. Update to the applicable listed build or a later version.
What is the impact if exploited?
The reported impact is disclosure of non-sensitive information. The supplied severity vector indicates low confidentiality impact and no reported integrity or availability impact.