CVE-2015-7362: High severity fortinet forticlient vulnerability

Published Jan 8, 2016
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Updated

Fortinet FortiClient Linux SSLVPN before build 2313, when installed on Linux in a home directory that is world readable and executable, allows local users to gain privileges via the helper/subroc setuid program.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Fortinet Forticlient Linux Kernel

Event History

Jan 8, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7362?

CVE-2015-7362 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-7362?

To fix CVE-2015-7362, ensure that FortiClient is upgraded to a version that is 2313 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-7362?

CVE-2015-7362 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability affecting the FortiClient SSLVPN on Linux.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2015-7362?

Users of Fortinet FortiClient SSLVPN on Linux installed in a world-readable and executable home directory are affected by CVE-2015-7362.

5

What version of FortiClient is impacted by CVE-2015-7362?

Fortinet FortiClient Linux SSLVPN before build 2313 is impacted by CVE-2015-7362.

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