CVE-2026-53882
Received Received - Intake

Improper Link Resolution in QNAP Virtualization Station

Publication date: 2026-10-15

Last updated on: 2026-10-15

Assigner: QNAP Systems, Inc.

Description
An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability has been reported to affect Virtualization Station. If a remote attacker gains a user account, they can then exploit the vulnerability to compromise the security of the system. We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version: Virtualization Station 4.1.1.130 and later

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Published
2026-10-15
Last Modified
2026-10-15
Generated
2026-10-15
AI Q&A
2026-10-15
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-53882
EUVD
EUVD-2026-101982

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Vendor Product Version / Range
QNAP Systems Inc. Virtualization Station 4.1.x

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CWE ID Description
CWE-59 The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.

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Executive Summary

This is a link following vulnerability in Virtualization Station. If an attacker gains access to a user account, they can exploit this flaw to access files or resources they shouldn't be able to, potentially compromising the entire system.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking the installed version of Virtualization Station. Compare your version against 4.1.1.130 or later. If your version is older, the system is vulnerable. Use the QNAP admin interface or SSH to check the version via system logs or package manager commands.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, execute malicious code, or take control of the Virtualization Station system. This could lead to data breaches, system downtime, or further network compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's security rules. Organizations may face fines, legal penalties, and reputational damage if such breaches occur due to unpatched systems.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Virtualization Station to version 4.1.1.130 or later. If an update is not available, restrict remote access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity. Ensure all user accounts follow strong password policies to prevent unauthorized access.

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