CVE-2024-29241 in Surveillance Station
Summary
by MITRE • 03/28/2024
Missing authorization vulnerability in System webapi component in Synology Surveillance Station before 9.2.0-9289 and 9.2.0-11289 allows remote authenticated users to bypass security constraints via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/13/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-29241 represents a critical authorization bypass flaw within Synology Surveillance Station's webapi component affecting versions prior to 9.2.0-9289 and 9.2.0-11289. This issue resides in the system's access control mechanisms where properly authenticated users can exploit unspecified vectors to circumvent intended security restrictions. The flaw fundamentally undermines the authentication and authorization framework that protects sensitive surveillance data and system functionalities. From a cybersecurity perspective, this vulnerability creates a pathway for malicious actors who have already gained access to the system to escalate their privileges and access resources they should not be authorized to view or modify.
The technical nature of this authorization bypass stems from inadequate validation of user permissions within the webapi component that handles requests from the Surveillance Station interface. The unspecified vectors suggest that multiple attack surfaces within the system's API layer may be susceptible to exploitation, potentially including but not limited to administrative functions, user management capabilities, or direct access to video feeds and recording configurations. This type of vulnerability typically arises from improper implementation of access control checks where the system fails to adequately verify that authenticated users possess the necessary privileges for specific operations. The flaw aligns with CWE-285, which addresses improper authorization issues in software systems, and represents a significant weakness in the principle of least privilege enforcement.
Operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data exposure to encompass potential system compromise and unauthorized surveillance activities. Remote authenticated users who exploit this flaw could gain access to sensitive video feeds, modify system configurations, manipulate user accounts, or potentially disrupt surveillance operations. The implications are particularly severe for organizations relying on Synology Surveillance Station for security monitoring, as attackers could selectively target specific camera feeds or access points without detection. This vulnerability enables attackers to perform actions that should be restricted to administrators or authorized personnel, potentially leading to complete system compromise and unauthorized access to critical security infrastructure.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2024-29241 primarily focus on immediate system updates to the patched versions of Synology Surveillance Station. Organizations should prioritize applying the vendor-supplied patches and updates as soon as they become available, as these releases contain the necessary fixes for the authorization bypass vulnerability. Network segmentation and access control measures should be implemented to limit exposure of the Surveillance Station to trusted networks only. Additionally, monitoring for unusual API access patterns and implementing robust audit logging can help detect potential exploitation attempts. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to techniques involving privilege escalation and credential access, making it particularly dangerous for adversaries seeking to maintain persistent access to security infrastructure. Regular security assessments and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar authorization flaws within the broader system landscape, ensuring comprehensive protection against such critical access control vulnerabilities.