Vulnerability identifier: #VU88258

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-31492

CWE-ID: CWE-73

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to missing validation of the configuration file in the software installer. A local user can create a specially crafted configuration file in the /tmp directory and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiClient (macOS): 7.0.6 - 7.2.3

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External links
http://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-345

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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.