CVE-2023-34976 in Video Station
Summary
by MITRE • 10/25/2023
A SQL injection vulnerability has been reported to affect Video Station. If exploited, the vulnerability could allow authenticated users to inject malicious code via a network.
We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version: Video Station 5.7.0 ( 2023/07/27 ) and later
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/12/2026
This vulnerability represents a critical SQL injection flaw in Synology's Video Station application that affects authenticated users with network access. The issue stems from improper input validation and sanitization within the application's database interaction mechanisms, allowing malicious actors who have already established authentication to execute arbitrary SQL commands against the underlying database. The vulnerability exists in the application's handling of user-supplied data that is directly incorporated into SQL queries without adequate parameterization or escaping. This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-89, which specifically addresses SQL injection weaknesses in software applications. The attack vector requires an authenticated user context, meaning that unauthorized external exploitation is not possible without first gaining valid credentials, but once inside the system, the attacker can leverage this vulnerability to extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or potentially escalate privileges within the database environment.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as it can enable attackers to manipulate the video station's database structure and content. An authenticated attacker could potentially access, modify, or delete video metadata, user accounts, or system configurations stored within the database. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of the video station's data repository, which may contain user personal information, access logs, or system configuration details. From a cybersecurity perspective, this represents a significant risk to data integrity and can be leveraged as part of broader attack campaigns where initial access is gained through other means such as credential theft or social engineering. The vulnerability's exploitation aligns with techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1071.004 sub-technique for application layer protocol usage, where attackers use legitimate application features to conduct malicious activities.
The remediation for this vulnerability was implemented in Video Station version 5.7.0 released on July 27, 2023, which included proper input validation and parameterized query implementations. Organizations should immediately upgrade to this version or later to mitigate the risk. Security administrators should also implement network monitoring to detect potential exploitation attempts and conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify similar weaknesses in other applications. The fix demonstrates proper defensive coding practices that align with industry standards including the OWASP Top Ten security controls, specifically addressing the need for input validation and proper database query construction. Additional mitigations include implementing network segmentation to limit access to the video station application, enforcing strong authentication controls, and monitoring database access logs for unusual patterns that might indicate exploitation attempts. Regular security updates and patch management processes should be maintained to ensure all system components remain protected against known vulnerabilities.