Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-22625 affects a HIKSEMI NAS model and may expose sensitive system files because filenames are handled improperly. The published CVSS vector indicates physical access is required, lowering broad internet risk but still creating confidentiality risk where devices are accessible to untrusted people.
Executive priority
Treat as a targeted confidentiality issue, not a broad remote emergency. Prioritize if affected NAS devices store sensitive data or are physically accessible to non-trusted users.
Technical view
The issue is classified as CWE-22 and impacts HIKSEMI HS-AFS-S1H1 version V5.10.10_Build_251126. The CVSS 3.1 score is 4.6, with high confidentiality impact and no integrity or availability impact. The vector is AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to organizations using the affected HIKSEMI HS-AFS-S1H1 firmware version. Because the CVSS vector requires physical access, risk is highest for devices in shared, public, branch, or poorly controlled physical environments.
Exploitation context
No source provided indicates active exploitation, and the CVE is not listed as KEV in the supplied bundle. The available evidence only supports potential sensitive system file exposure under physical-access conditions.
Researcher notes
Public details are limited. The record identifies filename handling and CWE-22 but does not provide exploit mechanics or a named fixed version in the supplied sources. Avoid assuming network exploitability because the CVSS vector specifies physical access.
Mitigation direction
- Check HIKSEMI’s security advisory for vendor-approved remediation or firmware guidance.
- Restrict physical access to affected NAS devices.
- Inventory HIKSEMI HS-AFS-S1H1 devices and identify V5.10.10_Build_251126.
- Prioritize remediation for devices in shared or uncontrolled locations.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether HS-AFS-S1H1 devices are present in asset inventory.
- Verify firmware version against V5.10.10_Build_251126.
- Review HIKSEMI’s advisory for affected scope and remediation details.
- Document physical access controls for any affected devices.
Public sources used
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CWE-22: File access and web shell behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Medium
- CVSS
- 4.6 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N0.93.6Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
4.6MediumVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.hiksemitech.com/en/hiksemi/support/security-advisory.htmlCVE reference
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CWE details
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Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.