SB20240312316 - Improper authentication in FortiOS 



SB20240312316 - Improper authentication in FortiOS

Published: March 12, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20240312316
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-46717)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an improper authentication in FortiOS when configured with FortiAuthenticator in HA. A remote user with at least read-only permission can gain read-write access via successive login attempts.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.