CVE-2017-7738: Infoleak
First published: Wed Dec 13 2017(Updated: )
An Information Disclosure vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 5.6.0 to 5.6.2, 5.4.0 to 5.4.5, 5.2 and below versions allow an admin user with super_admin privileges to view the current SSL VPN web portal session info which may contains user credentials through the fnsysctl CLI command.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine | <=5.2 | |
| Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine | >=5.4.0<=5.4.5 | |
| Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine | >=5.6.0<=5.6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7738?
CVE-2017-7738 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-7738?
CVE-2017-7738 affects users of Fortinet FortiOS versions 5.6.0 to 5.6.2, 5.4.0 to 5.4.5, and 5.2 and below.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7738?
To fix CVE-2017-7738, upgrade Fortinet FortiOS to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7738?
CVE-2017-7738 is classified as an Information Disclosure vulnerability.
Can a regular user exploit CVE-2017-7738?
No, only an admin user with super_admin privileges can exploit CVE-2017-7738.
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