CVE-2016-4066: CSRF
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb before 5.5.3 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that change the password via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiWeb | <=5.5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4066?
CVE-2016-4066 is classified as a medium severity Cross-site request forgery vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4066?
To fix CVE-2016-4066, upgrade Fortinet FortiWeb to version 5.5.3 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-4066 involve?
CVE-2016-4066 involves a Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attack that can allow remote attackers to hijack administrator authentication.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-4066?
CVE-2016-4066 affects Fortinet FortiWeb versions prior to 5.5.3, including 5.5.2 and earlier.
Who is targeted by the CVE-2016-4066 vulnerability?
CVE-2016-4066 specifically targets the authentication of administrators in Fortinet FortiWeb.
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