CVE-2021-47961 — HIGH (8.1)

Vulnerability Description

A plaintext storage of a password vulnerability in Synology SSL VPN Client before 1.4.5-0684 allows remote attackers to access or influence the user's PIN code due to insecure storage. This may lead to unauthorized VPN configuration and potential interception of subsequent VPN traffic when combined with user interaction.

CVSS Score

8.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-256

References

https://www.synology.com/en-global/security/advisory/Synology_SA_26_05

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-47961?

CVE-2021-47961 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). A plaintext storage of a password vulnerability in Synology SSL VPN Client before 1.4.5-0684 allows remote attackers to access or influence the user's PIN code due to insecure storage. This may lead t...

How severe is CVE-2021-47961?

CVE-2021-47961 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-47961?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.