CVE-2016-4968: Infoleak
First published: Wed Sep 21 2016(Updated: )
The linkreport/tmp/admin_global page in Fortinet FortiWan (formerly AscernLink) before 4.2.5 allows remote authenticated users to discover administrator cookies via a GET request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiWan | <=4.2.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-4968?
CVE-2016-4968 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing remote authenticated users to access sensitive administrator cookies.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4968?
To fix CVE-2016-4968, upgrade Fortinet FortiWan to version 4.2.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-4968?
CVE-2016-4968 affects users of Fortinet FortiWan software versions prior to 4.2.5.
What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2016-4968?
An attacker can leverage CVE-2016-4968 to perform a session hijacking attack by obtaining administrator cookies.
Is CVE-2016-4968 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2016-4968 is a remote vulnerability that requires authentication to exploit.
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