Remote code execution in FortiClient for Linux



Risk High
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2023-45590
CWE-ID CWE-94
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 FortiClient (Linux)
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor Fortinet, Inc

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.

1) Code Injection

EUVDB-ID: #VU88256

Risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-45590

CWE-ID: CWE-94 - Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to dangerous node.js configuration in the FortiClient. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiClient (Linux): 7.0.0 - 7.2.0

CPE2.3 External links

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-087


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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