CVE-2023-5746 Code injection in Camera Firmware

Critical 9.8 Published 24 Oct 2023 Updated 12 Sep 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via format string vulnerabilities in the CGI component of Synology cameras.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-5746?

CVE-2023-5746 is a critical code injection vulnerability in Synology Camera Firmware, published on 24 Oct 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability regarding use of externally-controlled format string is found in the cgi component. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors. The following models with Synology Camera Firmware versions before 1.0.5-0185 may be affected: BC500 and TC500.

Weakness: CWE-134

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-5746?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Synology Bc500 Firmware, Synology Tc500 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2023-5746?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-5746 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

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Is CVE-2023-5746 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-5746 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-w7rp-q53m-mxf8.