Synology Has Released a Security Fix for Its DSM 4.0 Software

Synology has released a new version of its DSM 4.0 software that runs on its NAS models. The fixes include security enhancements, so upgrading is probably a good idea.

Synology DiskStation DS1512+ Release Notes

Version: DSM 4.0-2219

(2012/04/17)

Change log:

1. Updated Photo Station, Audio Station, Surveillance Station, Media Server, iTunes Server and Download Station packages to the latest version if they were installed. Please refer to these packages’ release notes for details.
2. Enhanced Samba protocol security by preventing remote code execution as the "root" user (CVE-2012-1182).
3. Added a notification event when the DiskStation enters safe mode due to UPS low battery.
4. Enhanced USB Copy to function properly with an attached iPhone.
5. Fixed an issue where your DiskStation might not enter hibernation while DDNS service is enabled and PPPoE connection is established.
6. Enhanced the overall stability of AFP file protocol.
7. Minor bug fixes.

Limitation & Known Issues

1. Time Backup package has to be updated to the latest version to run on this DSM version.
2. Refer to "Limitation & Known Issues for all versions" for other limitations.

Source: Synology release notes