CVE-2021-47960 | Synology SSL VPN Client up to 1.4.5-0683 Loopback Interface file access (SA_26_05)
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A vulnerability identified as problematic has been detected in Synology SSL VPN Client up to 1.4.5-0683 . The affected element is an unknown function of the component Loopback Interface . The manipulation leads to files or directories accessible. This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2021-47960 . The attack may be initiated remotely. There is no available exploit. You should upgrade the affected component.
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✦ AI Summary· Claude Sonnet
VDB-356814 · CVE-2021-47960 · SA_26_05
SYNOLOGY SSL VPN CLIENT UP TO 1.4.5-0683 LOOPBACK INTERFACE FILE ACCESS
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CVSS Meta Temp Score Current Exploit Price (≈) CTI Interest Score
5.3 $0-$5k 1.71+
Summaryinfo
A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Synology SSL VPN Client up to 1.4.5-0683. The impacted element is an unknown function of the component Loopback Interface. The manipulation results in file access. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2021-47960. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available. The affected component should be upgraded.
Detailsinfo
A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Synology SSL VPN Client up to 1.4.5-0683. Affected is an unknown part of the component Loopback Interface. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a file access vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-552. The product makes files or directories accessible to unauthorized actors, even though they should not be. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality. CVE summarizes:
A files or directories accessible to external parties vulnerability in Synology SSL VPN Client before 1.4.5-0684 allows remote attackers to access files within the installation directory via a local HTTP server bound to the loopback interface. By leveraging user interaction with a crafted web page, attackers may retrieve sensitive files such as configuration files, certificates, and logs, leading to information disclosure.
The advisory is available at synology.com. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2021-47960 since 04/10/2026. The exploitability is told to be easy. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploitation doesn't require any form of authentication. Successful exploitation requires user interaction by the victim. The technical details are unknown and an exploit is not available. This vulnerability is assigned to T1083 by the MITRE ATT&CK project.
Upgrading to version 1.4.5-0684 eliminates this vulnerability.
Productinfo
Type
Network Encryption Software
Vendor
Synology
Name
SSL VPN Client
Version
1.4.5-0683
License
commercial
Website
Vendor: https://www.synology.com/
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VulDB Meta Base Score: 5.4
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 5.3
VulDB Base Score: 4.3
VulDB Temp Score: 4.1
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CNA Base Score: 6.5
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Exploitinginfo
Class: File access
CWE: CWE-552 / CWE-425
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes
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Status: Not defined
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Threat Intelligenceinfo
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Countermeasuresinfo
Recommended: Upgrade
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0-Day Time: 🔒
Upgrade: SSL VPN Client 1.4.5-0684
Timelineinfo
04/10/2026 Advisory disclosed
04/10/2026 +0 days CVE reserved
04/10/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
04/10/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update
Sourcesinfo
Vendor: synology.com
Advisory: SA_26_05
Status: Confirmed
CVE: CVE-2021-47960 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2021-47960
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-356814
Entryinfo
Created: 04/10/2026 15:49
Changes: 04/10/2026 15:49 (66)
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Cache ID: 99:64F:101
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