SB2020052511 - Brute-force attack in QNAP QTS



SB2020052511 - Brute-force attack in QNAP QTS

Published: May 25, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2020052511
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Weak password requirements (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows an attacker to perform brute-force attack and guess the password.

The vulnerability exists due to users could still access their accounts after reaching the maximum number of failed login attempts. An attacker can perform a brute-force attack and guess users' passwords.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.