CVE-2026-26244 in Video Station
Summary
by MITRE • 10/15/2026
A SQL injection vulnerability has been reported to affect Video Station. If a remote attacker gains a user account, they can then exploit the vulnerability to execute unauthorized code or commands.
We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version: Video Station 5.8.8 and later
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/15/2026
The identified security flaw resides within Video Station, specifically manifesting as a SQL injection vulnerability that allows for significant privilege escalation when combined with initial access. This type of vulnerability arises from improper validation or sanitization of user-supplied input before it is incorporated into database queries. In the context of this application, an attacker who has already obtained valid credentials can manipulate these inputs to alter the structure of backend SQL commands. By injecting malicious SQL statements, the attacker bypasses intended logical controls and gains the ability to execute arbitrary code or system-level commands on the underlying infrastructure hosting the Video Station service.
From a technical perspective, this vulnerability aligns with CWE-89, which classifies Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command. The exploitation vector typically involves identifying input fields that are directly concatenated into database queries without adequate parameterization or escaping mechanisms. Once authenticated access is established, the attacker can craft specific payloads designed to interfere with query logic, potentially leading to unauthorized data retrieval, modification, or deletion. More critically, if the underlying database engine supports features such as stacked queries or command execution functions like xp_cmdshell in Microsoft SQL Server or sys_exec in MySQL, this vulnerability escalates from a simple injection flaw to a remote code execution risk, allowing full compromise of the host system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe due to its reliance on prior authentication. While it does not allow unauthenticated access, it represents a critical threat for any organization where Video Station users may have varying levels of trust or compromised credentials. An attacker leveraging this flaw can exfiltrate sensitive data stored in the database, including user profiles and metadata associated with video files. Furthermore, by executing arbitrary commands, the attacker could install backdoors, pivot to other systems within the network, or disrupt service availability through destructive operations on the file system or database integrity. This effectively undermines the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the entire media management infrastructure.
In terms of threat modeling, this scenario maps closely to MITRE ATT&CK techniques related to SQL Injection (T1190) for initial exploitation and potentially Command and Scripting Interpreter (T1059) if command execution is achieved through the database layer. The attack path emphasizes the importance of defense-in-depth strategies where even authenticated users are restricted from performing high-privilege operations unless explicitly authorized, highlighting a potential issue with role-based access control or input validation policies within the application logic.
To mitigate this vulnerability and prevent future occurrences, immediate action is required to upgrade Video Station to version 5.8.8 or any later release where the flaw has been patched by Synology. This update includes code changes that properly sanitize inputs and utilize parameterized queries to ensure user data is treated strictly as data rather than executable code. Beyond patching, organizations should enforce strict input validation on all application endpoints, implement Web Application Firewalls (WAF) rules capable of detecting SQL injection patterns, and adhere to the principle of least privilege by ensuring that database accounts used by the application do not possess elevated system-level permissions such as those required for command execution. Regular security audits and penetration testing should also be conducted to verify that input handling mechanisms remain robust against evolving attack techniques.