CVE-2017-17539: Critical severity fortinet fortiwlc vulnerability
Published May 7, 2018
·Updated
The presence of a hardcoded account in Fortinet FortiWLC 7.0.11 and earlier allows attackers to gain unauthorized read/write access via a remote shell.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Fortinet FortiWLC>=7.0<=7.0.11
Fortinet FortiWLC>=8.0<=8.3.3
Event History
May 7, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2017-17539?
CVE-2017-17539 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-17539?
To fix CVE-2017-17539, update Fortinet FortiWLC to version 7.0.12 or later, or to a version 8.3.4 or higher.
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What kind of access does CVE-2017-17539 provide to attackers?
CVE-2017-17539 allows attackers to gain unauthorized read/write access via a remote shell.
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Which versions of Fortinet FortiWLC are affected by CVE-2017-17539?
CVE-2017-17539 affects Fortinet FortiWLC versions 7.0.11 and earlier, as well as versions from 8.0 to 8.3.3.
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What can I do if I cannot immediately update to fix CVE-2017-17539?
If you cannot update immediately, it is recommended to restrict access to affected devices and monitor for any suspicious activity.