CVE-2025-54170: QNAP Systems Qsync Central · Out-of-bounds Read
Affects QNAP Systems Qsync CentralSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 4.9 Medium : upgrade to 5.0.0.4 ( 2026/01/20 ) when convenient.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 09:15 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 46% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 5.0.0.4 ( 2026/01/20 )
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:UExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 11 Feb 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.
What to do
Upgrade QNAP Systems Qsync Central to 5.0.0.4 ( 2026/01/20 ).
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| QNAP Systems Inc.Qsync Central | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
European organizations should immediately verify the version of Qsync Central deployed and upgrade to version 5.0.0.4 or later where the vulnerability is patched. Implement strict access controls and multi-factor authentication (MFA) to reduce the risk of user account compromise, which is a prerequisite for exploitation. Conduct regular audits of user accounts and permissions to detect and remove unauthorized or dormant accounts. Employ network segmentation to isolate Qsync Central servers from broader network access, limiting exposure to potential attackers. Monitor logs and network traffic for unusual access patterns or attempts to exploit memory-related vulnerabilities. Educate users on phishing and credential security to prevent initial account compromise. Consider deploying endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to identify suspicious activity related to Qsync Central. Finally, maintain an up-to-date inventory of QNAP devices and ensure timely application of security patches and firmware updates.
Description
CVE-2025-54170 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in QNAP Systems Inc. 's Qsync Central version 5.0.x.x. A remote attacker with a valid user account can exploit this flaw to read secret data without requiring user interaction or elevated privileges beyond the user account. The vulnerability has a medium severity with a CVSS score of 4.9 and was fixed in version 5.0.0.