Vulnerabilities > CVE-2013-6955 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls vulnerability in Synology Diskstation Manager

047910
CVSS 10.0 - CRITICAL
Attack vector
NETWORK
Attack complexity
LOW
Privileges required
NONE
Confidentiality impact
COMPLETE
Integrity impact
COMPLETE
Availability impact
COMPLETE
network
low complexity
synology
CWE-264
critical
nessus
exploit available
metasploit

Summary

webman/imageSelector.cgi in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) 4.0 before 4.0-2259, 4.2 before 4.2-3243, and 4.3 before 4.3-3810 Update 1 allows remote attackers to append data to arbitrary files, and consequently execute arbitrary code, via a pathname in the SLICEUPLOAD X-TMP-FILE HTTP header.

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

  • Accessing, Modifying or Executing Executable Files
    An attack of this type exploits a system's configuration that allows an attacker to either directly access an executable file, for example through shell access; or in a possible worst case allows an attacker to upload a file and then execute it. Web servers, ftp servers, and message oriented middleware systems which have many integration points are particularly vulnerable, because both the programmers and the administrators must be in synch regarding the interfaces and the correct privileges for each interface.
  • Leverage Executable Code in Non-Executable Files
    An attack of this type exploits a system's trust in configuration and resource files, when the executable loads the resource (such as an image file or configuration file) the attacker has modified the file to either execute malicious code directly or manipulate the target process (e.g. application server) to execute based on the malicious configuration parameters. Since systems are increasingly interrelated mashing up resources from local and remote sources the possibility of this attack occurring is high. The attack can be directed at a client system, such as causing buffer overrun through loading seemingly benign image files, as in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-028 where specially crafted JPEG files could cause a buffer overrun once loaded into the browser. Another example targets clients reading pdf files. In this case the attacker simply appends javascript to the end of a legitimate url for a pdf (http://www.gnucitizen.org/blog/danger-danger-danger/) http://path/to/pdf/file.pdf#whatever_name_you_want=javascript:your_code_here The client assumes that they are reading a pdf, but the attacker has modified the resource and loaded executable javascript into the client's browser process. The attack can also target server processes. The attacker edits the resource or configuration file, for example a web.xml file used to configure security permissions for a J2EE app server, adding role name "public" grants all users with the public role the ability to use the administration functionality. The server trusts its configuration file to be correct, but when they are manipulated, the attacker gains full control.
  • Blue Boxing
    This type of attack against older telephone switches and trunks has been around for decades. A tone is sent by an adversary to impersonate a supervisor signal which has the effect of rerouting or usurping command of the line. While the US infrastructure proper may not contain widespread vulnerabilities to this type of attack, many companies are connected globally through call centers and business process outsourcing. These international systems may be operated in countries which have not upgraded Telco infrastructure and so are vulnerable to Blue boxing. Blue boxing is a result of failure on the part of the system to enforce strong authorization for administrative functions. While the infrastructure is different than standard current applications like web applications, there are historical lessons to be learned to upgrade the access control for administrative functions.
  • Restful Privilege Elevation
    Rest uses standard HTTP (Get, Put, Delete) style permissions methods, but these are not necessarily correlated generally with back end programs. Strict interpretation of HTTP get methods means that these HTTP Get services should not be used to delete information on the server, but there is no access control mechanism to back up this logic. This means that unless the services are properly ACL'd and the application's service implementation are following these guidelines then an HTTP request can easily execute a delete or update on the server side. The attacker identifies a HTTP Get URL such as http://victimsite/updateOrder, which calls out to a program to update orders on a database or other resource. The URL is not idempotent so the request can be submitted multiple times by the attacker, additionally, the attacker may be able to exploit the URL published as a Get method that actually performs updates (instead of merely retrieving data). This may result in malicious or inadvertent altering of data on the server.
  • Target Programs with Elevated Privileges
    This attack targets programs running with elevated privileges. The attacker would try to leverage a bug in the running program and get arbitrary code to execute with elevated privileges. For instance an attacker would look for programs that write to the system directories or registry keys (such as HKLM, which stores a number of critical Windows environment variables). These programs are typically running with elevated privileges and have usually not been designed with security in mind. Such programs are excellent exploit targets because they yield lots of power when they break. The malicious user try to execute its code at the same level as a privileged system call.

Exploit-Db

descriptionSynology DiskStation Manager - SLICEUPLOAD Remote Command Execution. CVE-2013-6955. Remote exploit for unix platform
idEDB-ID:30470
last seen2016-02-03
modified2013-12-24
published2013-12-24
reportermetasploit
sourcehttps://www.exploit-db.com/download/30470/
titleSynology DiskStation Manager - SLICEUPLOAD Remote Command Execution

Metasploit

descriptionThis module exploits a vulnerability found in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) versions 4.x, which allows the execution of arbitrary commands under root privileges. The vulnerability is located in /webman/imageSelector.cgi, which allows to append arbitrary data to a given file using a so called SLICEUPLOAD functionality, which can be triggered by an unauthenticated user with a specially crafted HTTP request. This is exploited by this module to append the given commands to /redirect.cgi, which is a regular shell script file, and can be invoked with another HTTP request. Synology reported that the vulnerability has been fixed with versions 4.0-2259, 4.2-3243, and 4.3-3810 Update 1, respectively; the 4.1 branch remains vulnerable.
idMSF:EXPLOIT/LINUX/HTTP/SYNOLOGY_DSM_SLICEUPLOAD_EXEC_NOAUTH
last seen2020-06-02
modified2017-07-24
published2013-12-20
referenceshttps://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2013-6955
reporterRapid7
sourcehttps://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/blob/master//modules/exploits/linux/http/synology_dsm_sliceupload_exec_noauth.rb
titleSynology DiskStation Manager SLICEUPLOAD Remote Command Execution

Nessus

  • NASL familyCGI abuses
    NASL idSYNOLOGY_DSM_4_3_3810_1.NASL
    descriptionAccording to its version number, the Synology DiskStation Manager installed on the remote host is 4.3-x equal or prior to 4.3-3810. It is, therefore, affected by the following vulnerabilities : - A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the File Station component due to improper validation in the
    last seen2020-06-01
    modified2020-06-02
    plugin id72345
    published2014-02-05
    reporterThis script is Copyright (C) 2014-2019 and is owned by Tenable, Inc. or an Affiliate thereof.
    sourcehttps://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/72345
    titleSynology DiskStation Manager 4.3-x < 4.3-3810 Update 1 Multiple Vulnerabilities
    code
    #
    # (C) Tenable Network Security, Inc.
    #
    
    include("compat.inc");
    
    if (description)
    {
      script_id(72345);
      script_version("1.7");
      script_cvs_date("Date: 2019/11/26");
    
      script_cve_id("CVE-2013-6955");
      script_bugtraq_id(64516);
      script_xref(name:"EDB-ID", value:"30470");
      script_xref(name:"CERT", value:"615910");
    
      script_name(english:"Synology DiskStation Manager 4.3-x < 4.3-3810 Update 1 Multiple Vulnerabilities");
      script_summary(english:"Checks the version of Synology DiskStation Manager");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"synopsis", value:
    "The remote Synology DiskStation Manager is affected by multiple
    vulnerabilities.");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"description", value:
    "According to its version number, the Synology DiskStation Manager
    installed on the remote host is 4.3-x equal or prior to 4.3-3810. It
    is, therefore, affected by the following vulnerabilities :
    
      - A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the File
        Station component due to improper validation in the
        'imageSelector.cgi' script of values submitted in the
        X-TMP-FILE header field along with the X-TYPE-NAME:
        SLICEUPLOAD header field to the 'imageSelector.cgi'
        script. (CVE-2013-6955)
    
      - An issue exists in the Auto Block feature that could
        allow IP addresses to be improperly added to the Block
        List.
    
    Note that Nessus has not tested for these issues but has instead
    relied only on the application's self-reported version number.");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"https://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/531602/30/0/threaded");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"solution", value:
    "Upgrade to 4.3-3810 Update 1 or later or contact the vendor.");
      script_set_cvss_base_vector("CVSS2#AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C");
      script_set_cvss_temporal_vector("CVSS2#E:F/RL:OF/RC:C");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploitability_ease", value:"No exploit is required");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploit_available", value:"true");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"metasploit_name", value:'Synology DiskStation Manager SLICEUPLOAD Remote Command Execution');
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploit_framework_metasploit", value:"true");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"vuln_publication_date", value:"2014/01/07");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"patch_publication_date", value:"2013/12/19");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_publication_date", value:"2014/02/05");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_type", value:"remote");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"cpe", value:"cpe:/a:synology:diskstation_manager");
      script_end_attributes();
    
      script_category(ACT_GATHER_INFO);
      script_family(english:"CGI abuses");
    
      script_copyright(english:"This script is Copyright (C) 2014-2019 and is owned by Tenable, Inc. or an Affiliate thereof.");
    
      script_dependencies("synology_diskstation_manager_detect.nbin");
      script_require_keys("www/synology_dsm");
      script_require_ports("Services/www", 5000, 5001);
    
      exit(0);
    }
    
    include("audit.inc");
    include("global_settings.inc");
    include("misc_func.inc");
    include("http.inc");
    include("webapp_func.inc");
    
    port = get_http_port(default:5000, embedded:TRUE);
    
    install = get_install_from_kb(appname:"synology_dsm", port:port, exit_on_fail:TRUE);
    
    app = "Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM)";
    dir = install["dir"];
    install_loc = build_url(port:port, qs:dir + "/");
    
    version = install["ver"];
    if (version == UNKNOWN_VER) audit(AUDIT_UNKNOWN_WEB_APP_VER, app, install_loc);
    
    ver = split(version, sep:".", keep:FALSE);
    for (i=0; i<max_index(ver); i++)
      ver[i] = int(ver[i]);
    
    if (
      (ver[0] == 4 && ver[1] == 3 && ver[2] < 3810) ||
      ((ver[0] == 4 && ver[1] == 3 && ver[2] == 3810) && report_paranoia == 2)
    )
    {
      if (report_verbosity > 0)
      {
        report =
          '\n  URL               : ' + install_loc +
          '\n  Installed version : ' + version +
          '\n  Fixed version     : 4.3-3810 Update 1\n';
        security_hole(port:port, extra:report);
      }
      else security_hole(port);
    }
    else audit(AUDIT_WEB_APP_NOT_AFFECTED, app, install_loc, version);
    
  • NASL familyCGI abuses
    NASL idSYNOLOGY_DSM_4_2_3243.NASL
    descriptionAccording to its version number, the Synology DiskStation Manager installed on the remote host is affected by a remote code execution vulnerability. The issue exists due to improper validation of values submitted in the
    last seen2020-06-01
    modified2020-06-02
    plugin id72342
    published2014-02-05
    reporterThis script is Copyright (C) 2014-2019 and is owned by Tenable, Inc. or an Affiliate thereof.
    sourcehttps://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/72342
    titleSynology DiskStation Manager 4.0-x < 4.0-2259 / 4.1-x / 4.2-x < 4.2-3243 SLICEUPLOAD Function Remote Code Execution

Packetstorm

data sourcehttps://packetstormsecurity.com/files/download/124568/synology_dsm_sliceupload_exec_noauth.rb.txt
idPACKETSTORM:124568
last seen2016-12-05
published2013-12-23
reporterMarkus Wulftange
sourcehttps://packetstormsecurity.com/files/124568/Synology-DiskStation-Manager-SLICEUPLOAD-Remote-Command-Execution.html
titleSynology DiskStation Manager SLICEUPLOAD Remote Command Execution

Seebug

bulletinFamilyexploit
descriptionCVE ID:CVE-2013-6955 Synology DiskStation Manager 是第一个提供网络多任务处理用户接口的NAS操作系统。 该漏洞是位于/ webman/ imageSelector.cgi,允许攻击者以root权限执行任意命。 0 Synology DiskStation Manager 4.x 目前厂商暂无提供补丁或者升级程序,我们建议使用此软件的用户随时关注厂商的主页以获取最新版本: http:// www.synology.com
idSSV:61206
last seen2017-11-19
modified2013-12-25
published2013-12-25
reporterRoot
sourcehttps://www.seebug.org/vuldb/ssvid-61206
titleSynology DiskStation Manager远程命令执行漏洞