Code execution via Node.JS environment variable in FortiClient and FortiFone Softclient for Desktop



Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-35281
CWE-ID CWE-653
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
 FortiClient (macOS)
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

FortiFone Softclient for Desktop (macOS)
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor Fortinet, Inc

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper isolation or compartmentalization

EUVDB-ID: #VU109044

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-35281

CWE-ID: CWE-653 - Improper isolation or compartmentalization

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to improper isolation. A local user can inject arbitrary code via Electron environment variables.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiClient (macOS): 7.0.0 - 7.4.2

FortiFone Softclient for Desktop (macOS): 3.0.0 - 3.0.16

CPE2.3 External links

https://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-025


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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



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