SB2014082502 - Input validation error in Fortinet, FortiOS



SB2014082502 - Input validation error in Fortinet, FortiOS

Published: August 25, 2014 Updated: August 10, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2014082502
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2014-2216)

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to read and manipulate data.

The FortiManager protocol service in Fortinet FortiOS before 4.3.16 and 5.0.0 before 5.0.8 on FortiGate devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.