CVE-2014-2723: Critical severity fortinet fortibalancer 400 vulnerability
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2723?
CVE-2014-2723 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote privileged access.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2723?
To fix CVE-2014-2723, ensure correct configuration settings for SSH access on affected FortiBalancer devices.
What versions of FortiBalancer are affected by CVE-2014-2723?
CVE-2014-2723 affects FortiBalancer 400, 1000, 2000, and 3000 firmware versions.
Can CVE-2014-2723 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-2723 can be exploited remotely by an attacker gaining privileged access through SSH.
Is CVE-2014-2723 due to a flaw in SSH itself?
No, CVE-2014-2723 is caused by a configuration error rather than a defect in SSH.