SB2025041044 - Use of hard-coded cryptographic key in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows
Published: April 10, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2025041044
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.
1) Use of hard-coded cryptographic key (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-50564)
CWE-ID: CWE-321 - Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key
CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to use of hard-coded cryptographic key. A low-privileged user can decrypt interprocess communication via monitoring named pipe.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.