What is CVE-2019-15709?

CVE-2019-15709 is a vulnerability in FortiAP-S/W2 and FortiAP-U admin console that allows unauthorized administrators to overwrite system files via specially crafted tcpdump commands.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-15709?

FortiAP-S/W2 versions 6.2.0 to 6.2.2 and 6.0.5 and below, as well as FortiAP-U versions 6.0.1 and below, are affected.

What is the severity of CVE-2019-15709?

CVE-2019-15709 has a severity rating of 6.5 (high).

How can unauthorized administrators exploit CVE-2019-15709?

Unauthorized administrators can exploit CVE-2019-15709 by using specially crafted tcpdump commands in the CLI to overwrite system files.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-15709?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-15709 at the following link: https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-19-298

Vulnerability/
CVE-2019-15709

high

8.5

CWE

1/6/2020

5/8/2024

CVE-2019-15709: Input Validation

First published: Mon Jun 01 2020(Updated: )

An improper input validation in FortiAP-S/W2 6.2.0 to 6.2.2, 6.0.5 and below, FortiAP-U 6.0.1 and below CLI admin console may allow unauthorized administrators to overwrite system files via specially crafted tcpdump commands in the CLI.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Fortinet Fortiap-s	<=6.0.5
Fortinet Fortiap-s	>=6.2.0<=6.2.2
Fortinet Fortiap-s
Fortinet Fortiap-w2	<=6.0.5
Fortinet Fortiap-w2	>=6.2.0<=6.2.2
Fortinet Fortiap-w2
Fortinet Fortiap-u	<=6.0.1
Fortinet Fortiap-u

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Reference Links

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-19-298

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-15709?
CVE-2019-15709 is a vulnerability in FortiAP-S/W2 and FortiAP-U admin console that allows unauthorized administrators to overwrite system files via specially crafted tcpdump commands.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-15709?
FortiAP-S/W2 versions 6.2.0 to 6.2.2 and 6.0.5 and below, as well as FortiAP-U versions 6.0.1 and below, are affected.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-15709?
CVE-2019-15709 has a severity rating of 6.5 (high).
How can unauthorized administrators exploit CVE-2019-15709?
Unauthorized administrators can exploit CVE-2019-15709 by using specially crafted tcpdump commands in the CLI to overwrite system files.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-15709?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-15709 at the following link: https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-19-298

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