Description
A path traversal vulnerability has been reported to affect QcalAgent. If a remote attacker gains a user account, they can then exploit the vulnerability to read the contents of unexpected files or system data.

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version:
QcalAgent 1.1.10 and later
Published: 2026-10-15
Score: 8.7 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: Remote code execution via host escape
Action: Immediate Patch
AI Analysis

Impact

A path traversal flaw exists in QNAP’s QcalAgent that allows a remote attacker who has obtained a valid user account to read arbitrary files on the system. The flaw also permits moving files, potentially escaping the Docker container and executing code on the host. This combination exposes the system to complete takeover if exploited successfully.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability affects QNAP Systems Inc.’s QcalAgent, specifically all releases earlier than 1.1.10. Devices running any of these affected versions are susceptible until the patch is applied.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score of 8.7 indicates high severity, while the EPSS of less than 1% suggests a low likelihood of exploitation in the wild. The vulnerability is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog. Exploitation requires the attacker to have a valid user session and to target the /calapi/renameUpload endpoint, after which file manipulation can lead to a Docker escape and remote code execution.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 19, 2026 at 03:26 UTC.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version: QcalAgent 1.1.10 and later


OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Upgrade QcalAgent to version 1.1.10 or later to eliminate the path‑traversal flaw.
  • Restrict the QcalAgent service to trusted internal networks and minimize permissions for user accounts that can access the /calapi/renameUpload endpoint.
  • Configure firewall rules or network segmentation to block external access to the vulnerable endpoint and monitor logs for attempts to move files or access unexpected directories.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on October 19, 2026 at 03:26 UTC.

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History

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Qnap Systems
Qnap Systems qcalagent
Vendors & Products Qnap Systems
Qnap Systems qcalagent

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'no', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}


Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description A path traversal vulnerability has been reported to affect QcalAgent. If a remote attacker gains a user account, they can then exploit the vulnerability to read the contents of unexpected files or system data. We have already fixed the vulnerability in the following version: QcalAgent 1.1.10 and later
Title Path Traversal leading to Arbitrary File Move, Docker Escape, and Host RCE in /calapi/renameUpload endpoint
Weaknesses CWE-22
References
Metrics cvssV4_0

{'score': 8.7, 'vector': 'CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N'}


Subscriptions

Qnap Systems Qcalagent
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: qnap

Published:

Updated: 2026-10-19T02:05:29.256Z

Reserved: 2026-04-21T03:07:17.288Z

Link: CVE-2026-41544

cve-icon Vulnrichment

Updated: 2026-10-15T14:47:00.329Z

cve-icon NVD

Status : Awaiting Analysis

Published: 2026-10-15T07:18:00.467

Modified: 2026-10-15T16:32:39.893

Link: CVE-2026-41544

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-10-19T14:02:19Z

Weaknesses
  • CWE-22

    Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')