HIGH QNAP Systems, Inc. Vulnerability Alert

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability has been reported to affect File Station 5. If a remote attacker gains a user account, they can then exploit the vulnerability to modify or corrupt memory. The vulnerability has been fixed in File Station 5 version 5.5.6.4933 and later.

Details

Severity Base Score CVE
HIGH 7.1 CVE-2025-47206

Exploitation

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must first gain a user account on the affected File Station 5. Once access is obtained, the attacker can leverage the out-of-bounds write vulnerability to manipulate memory, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or system instability.

Affected Products

  • File Station 5: A file management application that allows users to manage files on QNAP NAS devices. The vulnerability affects versions prior to 5.5.6.4933.

Mitigation

Users are advised to update their File Station 5 to version 5.5.6.4933 or later to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. Regularly updating software and monitoring for security advisories can help protect against potential exploits.

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