Vulnerability identifier: #VU61979
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
FortiClient (Linux)
Client/Desktop applications /
Software for system administration
Vendor: Fortinet, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the application. A remote attacker on the local network can gain unauthorized access to confighandler webserver via external binaries
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
FortiClient (Linux): 6.2.0 - 7.0.2
External links
http://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-226
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.