#VU100888 Authorization bypass through user-controlled key in Media Streaming add-on - CVE-2024-50395

Vulnerability identifier: #VU100888

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 7.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-50395

CWE-ID: CWE-639

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Media Streaming add-on
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: QNAP Systems, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to authorization bypass through user-controlled key. A remote user can gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Media Streaming add-on: before 500.1.1.6

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External links
https://www.qnap.com/en/security-advisory/qsa-24-47

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.