SB2023061235 - Unprotected storage of credentials in FortiSIEM 



SB2023061235 - Unprotected storage of credentials in FortiSIEM

Published: June 12, 2023 Updated: December 29, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023061235
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unprotected storage of credentials (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-26204)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in plain text in a configuration file on the system. A local user with access to user DB content can retrieve credentials and impersonate any admin user on the device GUI.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.