Vulnerability identifier: #VU75063

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-27487

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FortiSandbox
Server applications / DLP, anti-spam, sniffers
FortiDeceptor
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the APIs. A remote authenticated user can execute unauthorized API calls and compromise the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiSandbox: 2.5.0 - 4.2.2

FortiDeceptor: 1.0.0 - 4.1.0

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External links
http://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-056

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.