#VU93941 Authorization bypass through user-controlled key in FortiPortal - CVE-2024-21759

Vulnerability identifier: #VU93941

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21759

CWE-ID: CWE-639

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in policy API endpoint. A remote authenticated user can gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiPortal: 7.0.0 - 7.2.0

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External links
https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-011

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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