Vulnerability identifier: #VU27367

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9294

CWE-ID: CWE-640

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Fortinet FortiMail
Server applications / IDS/IPS systems, Firewalls and proxy servers
FortiVoice
Server applications / Conferencing, Collaboration and VoIP solutions

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to users' accounts.

The vulnerability exists within the password recovery feature. A remote non-authenticated attacker can request the password change and gain unauthorized access to accounts of other users.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Fortinet FortiMail: 5.4.0 - 6.2.2

FortiVoice: 6.0.0 - 6.0.1

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External links
http://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-20-045

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.