CVE-2016-8493
First published: Mon Jun 26 2017(Updated: )
In FortiClientWindows 5.4.1 and 5.4.2, an attacker may escalate privilege via a FortiClientNamedPipe vulnerability.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiClient SSL VPN | =5.4.1 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient SSL VPN | =5.4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8493?
CVE-2016-8493 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8493?
To fix CVE-2016-8493, upgrade FortiClient to version 5.4.3 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2016-8493?
CVE-2016-8493 affects FortiClient versions 5.4.1 and 5.4.2 on Windows.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-8493?
CVE-2016-8493 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that can be exploited via FortiClientNamedPipe.
Who is the vendor of the software impacted by CVE-2016-8493?
The vendor of the impacted software in CVE-2016-8493 is Fortinet.
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