CVE-2017-17544
First published: Tue Apr 09 2019(Updated: )
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 6.0.0 to 6.0.6, 5.6.0 to 5.6.10, 5.4 and below allows admin users to elevate their profile to super_admin via restoring modified configurations.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FortiOS | <=5.4.0 | |
| FortiOS | >=5.6.0<=5.6.10 | |
| FortiOS | >=6.0.0<=6.0.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17544?
CVE-2017-17544 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17544?
To fix CVE-2017-17544, update your Fortinet FortiOS to the latest patched version.
Which versions of Fortinet FortiOS are affected by CVE-2017-17544?
CVE-2017-17544 affects FortiOS versions 6.0.0 to 6.0.6, 5.6.0 to 5.6.10, and 5.4 and below.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-17544?
Admin users with access to modified configurations can exploit CVE-2017-17544 to elevate their privileges.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-17544?
The potential consequences of CVE-2017-17544 include unauthorized access to sensitive configurations and elevated privileges on the system.
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