CVE-2025-11837
Improper Code Generation in Malware Remover Enables Protection Bypass
Publication date: 2026-01-02
Last updated on: 2026-01-02
Assigner: QNAP Systems, Inc.
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| qnap | malware_remover | From 6.6.8.20251023 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-94 | The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-11837 is a critical vulnerability in Malware Remover version 6.6.x caused by improper control of code generation. This flaw allows remote attackers to bypass protection mechanisms and execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The issue has been fixed in Malware Remover version 6.6.8.20251023 and later. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow remote attackers to bypass security protections and execute arbitrary code on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data compromise, or system control by attackers. It poses a significant security risk if the affected software is not updated. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, you should update Malware Remover to version 6.6.8.20251023 or later. The update can be applied by logging into QTS or QuTS hero as an administrator, accessing the App Center, searching for "Malware Remover," and applying the available update. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
The vulnerability affects Malware Remover versions 6.6.x prior to 6.6.8.20251023. Detection can be done by checking the installed version of Malware Remover on your system. There are no specific network detection commands provided. To check the version, you can log into QTS or QuTS hero as an administrator, access the App Center, and verify the Malware Remover version. If you have command line access, you might check the installed package version or query the application version via system commands specific to your environment, but no explicit commands are provided in the resources. [1]