CVE-2017-7637

QNAP NAS application Proxy Server through version 1.2.0 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary OS commands against the system with root privileges

published June 5, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A sneaky flaw in QNAP's Proxy Server could let attackers run arbitrary commands on your NAS! 🔥 Think of it like a delivery person receiving a package without checking the contents—if they don't verify what's inside, they could deliver something harmful right to your doorstep! An attacker could gain root access and execute any command they desire, potentially compromising your entire system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized file access, or even total system takeover—definitely a situation you want to avoid!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery person receiving a package without checking the contents—if they don't verify what's inside, they could deliver something harmful right to your doorstep! This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on QNAP NAS devices running Proxy Server version 1.2.0 or below, due to insufficient validation of user inputs.

What to do

An attacker could gain root access and execute any command they desire, potentially compromising your entire system. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized file access, or even total system takeover—definitely a situation you want to avoid! To protect your device, update to the latest version of the Proxy Server immediately. Additionally, audit your NAS settings to ensure proper access controls are in place. Don't forget to monitor logs for any suspicious activity! You've got this! By following these steps, you'll bolster your security and keep your system safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03006 · 87.2th percentile
Published
2018-06-05T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 JUN 21:00Z
    QNAP NAS application Proxy Server through version 1.2.0 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary OS commands against the system with root privileges
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