#VU111049 Improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows - CVE-2024-54019

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#VU111049 Improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows - CVE-2024-54019

Published: June 11, 2025


Vulnerability identifier: #VU111049
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-54019
CWE-ID: CWE-297
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Fortinet FortiClient for Windows
Software vendor:
Fortinet, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of certificate with host mismatch. An unauthorized attacker can redirect VPN connections via DNS spoofing or another form of redirection.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

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