CVE-2005-1837
First published: Wed Jun 01 2005(Updated: )
Fortinet firewall running FortiOS 2.x contains a hardcoded username with the password set to the serial number, which allows local users with console access to gain privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet Fortinet Firewall |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1837?
CVE-2005-1837 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized local access to the Fortinet firewall.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1837?
To resolve CVE-2005-1837, you should upgrade to a FortiOS version that does not contain the hardcoded username vulnerability.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2005-1837?
The risks of CVE-2005-1837 include unauthorized access to firewall configurations and the potential compromise of network security.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-1837?
Organizations using Fortinet firewalls running FortiOS version 2.x are affected by CVE-2005-1837.
What is the exploitability of CVE-2005-1837?
CVE-2005-1837 is easily exploitable by any local user with console access to the affected Fortinet firewall.
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