Main Vulnerability Database Vulnerabilities #VU77194

#VU77194 Incorrect default permissions in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows and FortiConverter - CVE-2022-33877

Published: June 13, 2023

Vulnerability identifier: #VU77194

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-33877

CWE-ID: CWE-276

Exploitation vector: Local access

Exploit availability: No public exploit available

Vulnerable software:
Fortinet FortiClient for Windows
FortiConverter

Software vendor:
Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files within the application's installation folder. A local user with access to the system can view contents of files and directories or modify them.

Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

External links

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-229