Vulnerability identifier: #VU56396

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-24016

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FortiManager
Server applications / IDS/IPS systems, Firewalls and proxy servers

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper neutralization of formula elements. A local user can insert CSV formula in the policy names and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiManager: 6.4.0 - 6.4.3, 6.2.0 - 6.2.7

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External links
http://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-20-190

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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