CVE-2025-62842 is an external control of file name or path vulnerability in QNAP HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync. The flaw allows attacker-influenced file or directory path handling within the application, enabling unintended access to filesystem objects. According to the vendor, an attacker with local network access can exploit the issue to read or modify files or directories on an affected system. The vulnerability affects HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync versions prior to 26.2.0.938.
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A QNAP vulnerability affecting HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync, referenced as one of the zero-day vulnerabilities patched after Pwn2Own Ireland 2025.
A zero-day vulnerability in QNAP HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync software, demonstrated at Pwn2Own 2025 and patched by QNAP.
A zero-day vulnerability in QNAP's HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync, exploited during Pwn2Own Ireland 2025.
One of multiple vulnerabilities demonstrated at Pwn2Own Ireland 2025 affecting QNAP routers and NAS devices; patched by QNAP (via HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync update).
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