CVE-2014-5457

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified

CVE-2014-5457 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. QNAP TS-469U with firmware 4.0.7 Build 20140410, TS-459U, TS-EC1679U-RP, and SS-839 use world-readable permissions for /etc/config/shadow, which allows local users to obtain usernames and hashed passwords by reading the password.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

QNAP TS-469U with firmware 4.0.7 Build 20140410, TS-459U, TS-EC1679U-RP, and SS-839 use world-readable permissions for /etc/config/shadow, which allows local users to obtain usernames and hashed passwords by reading the password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.33%

25.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
QnapTs-469u Firmware4.0.7
QnapTs-469uAll versions
QnapTs-Ec1679u-Rp Firmware4.0.7
QnapTs-Ec1679u-RpAll versions
QnapTs-459u Firmware4.0.7
QnapTs-459uAll versions
QnapSs-839 Firmware4.0.7
QnapSs-839All versions

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-5457?
QNAP TS-469U with firmware 4.0.7 Build 20140410, TS-459U, TS-EC1679U-RP, and SS-839 use world-readable permissions for /etc/config/shadow, which allows local users to obtain usernames and hashed passwords by reading the password.
How severe is CVE-2014-5457?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-5457 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5457?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST