Vulnerability identifier: #VU28750

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9292

CWE-ID: CWE-428

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FortiSIEM Windows Agent
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the target system. 

The vulnerability exist due to the some services have an unquoted service path. A remote attacker can gain elevated privileges via the AoWinAgt executable service path.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiSIEM Windows Agent: 3.1.2

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External links
http://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-021

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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.