CVE-2020-2490
CVE-2020-2490 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qnap Qts with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-77.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-77
- Affected product: Qnap Qts
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
If exploited, the command injection vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands. This issue affects: QNAP Systems Inc. QTS versions prior to 4.4.3.1421 on build 20200907.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-2490?
- If exploited, the command injection vulnerability could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands. This issue affects: QNAP Systems Inc. QTS versions prior to 4.4.3.1421 on build 20200907.
- How severe is CVE-2020-2490?
- CVE-2020-2490 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-2490 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-2490?
- CVE-2020-2490 affects Qnap Qts. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-2490?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-2490 published?
- CVE-2020-2490 was published on 2020-11-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:qnap:qts:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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