Vulnerability identifier: #VU61980

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-44167

CWE-ID: CWE-732

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FortiClient (Linux)
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure handling of symbolic links. A local user can access sensitive information in log files and directories via symbolic links.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiClient (Linux): 6.0.0 - 7.0.2

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External links
http://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-232

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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.