CVE-2017-17028

Description

A buffer overflow vulnerability in external device function in QNAP QTS version 4.2.6 build 20171026, 4.3.3.0378 build 20171117, 4.3.4.0387 (Beta 2) build 20171116 and earlier could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on NAS devices.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.40% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory qnap.com
Affected: QNAP QTS External Device function
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040018 vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.qnap.com/zh-tw/security-advisory/nas-201712-15 issue tracking vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-17028?
CVE-2017-17028 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-17028?
To fix CVE-2017-17028, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-17028 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-17028 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-17028?
CVE-2017-17028 affects QNAP QTS External Device function.
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