First published: Thu Mar 19 2020(Updated: )
In FortiBalancer 400, 1000, 2000 and 3000, a platform-specific remote access vulnerability has been discovered that may allow a remote user to gain privileged access to affected systems using SSH. The vulnerability is caused by a configuration error, and is not the result of an underlying SSH defect.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Fortinet Fortibalancer 400 Firmware | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 400 | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 1000 Firmware | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 1000 | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 2000 Firmware | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 2000 | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 3000 Firmware | ||
Fortinet Fortibalancer 3000 |
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CVE-2014-2723 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote privileged access.
To fix CVE-2014-2723, ensure correct configuration settings for SSH access on affected FortiBalancer devices.
CVE-2014-2723 affects FortiBalancer 400, 1000, 2000, and 3000 firmware versions.
Yes, CVE-2014-2723 can be exploited remotely by an attacker gaining privileged access through SSH.
No, CVE-2014-2723 is caused by a configuration error rather than a defect in SSH.