Improper access restrictions in FortiOS API



Published: 2022-11-01
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-38380
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
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FortiOS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor Fortinet, Inc

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU68903

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-38380

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the API. A remote authenticated read-only user can bypass implemented security restrictions and modify the interface settings via the API.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiOS: 7.0.0 - 7.2.0

External links

http://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-174


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.



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