CVE-2018-14749

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in QTS 4.3.5 build 20181013, QTS 4.3.4 build 20181008, QTS 4.3.3 build 20180829, QTS 4.2.6 build 20180829 and earlier versions…

published November 28, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
67.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky buffer overflow in QTS could unexpectedly affect your NAS! Don't let this vulnerability go unnoticed! Think of this vulnerability like an overstuffed suitcase at the airport. If you keep cramming items in without checking, it might burst open, spilling its contents everywhere! If exploited, this buffer overflow could lead to unpredictable behavior on your NAS, resulting in potential data loss or system crashes. While there are no known exploits yet, the risks of an unpatched system are never worth the gamble!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like an overstuffed suitcase at the airport. If you keep cramming items in without checking, it might burst open, spilling its contents everywhere! This vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow in specific QTS builds that could allow unnecessary data overwriting, potentially compromising system stability and functionality.

What to do

If exploited, this buffer overflow could lead to unpredictable behavior on your NAS, resulting in potential data loss or system crashes. While there are no known exploits yet, the risks of an unpatched system are never worth the gamble! To mitigate this risk, update your QTS to the latest version immediately. Ensure you're running QTS 4.3.5 build 20181013 or later and regularly check for updates to stay secure. 🛡️ You're on the right track! Keep your system updated, and you'll maintain that security hero status! 💪😄

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01185 · 67.6th percentile
Published
2018-11-28T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 NOV 16:00Z
    Buffer Overflow vulnerability in QTS 4.3.5 build 20181013, QTS 4.3.4 build 20181008, QTS 4.3.3 build 20180829, QTS 4.2.6 build 20180829 and earlier versions…
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