#VU89564 Insufficient verification of data authenticity in FortiPortal - CVE-2024-23105

Vulnerability identifier: #VU89564

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23105

CWE-ID: CWE-345

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FortiPortal
Server applications / IDS/IPS systems, Firewalls and proxy servers

Vendor: Fortinet, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security measures.

The vulnerability exists due to application relies on X-Forwarded-For and other headers to authenticate users. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions by spoofing an IP address.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FortiPortal: 7.0.0 - 7.2.1

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External links
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-021

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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