#VU100882 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in Notes Station 3 - CVE-2024-38643

Vulnerability identifier: #VU100882

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-38643

CWE-ID: CWE-306

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Notes Station 3
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: QNAP Systems, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to missing authentication for critical function. A remote attacker can gain access to and execute certain functions.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Notes Station 3: 3.9.0 - 3.9.6

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External links
https://www.qnap.com/en/security-advisory/qsa-24-36

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.