CVE-2019-6697: XSS

Published Mar 17, 2025
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Updated

An Improper Neutralization of Input vulnerability affecting FortiGate version 6.2.0 through 6.2.1, 6.0.0 through 6.0.6 in the hostname parameter of a DHCP packet under DHCP monitor page may allow an unauthenticated attacker in the same network as the FortiGate to perform a Stored Cross Site Scripting attack (XSS) by sending a crafted DHCP packet.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Fortinet FortiGate>=6.2.0<=6.2.1, >=6.0.0<=6.0.6
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.0.0<6.0.7
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.2.0<6.2.2

Remediation

Information

Please upgrade to FortiOS version 6.2.2 and above. Please upgrade to FortiOS version 6.0.7 and above.

Event History

Mar 17, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:40 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-6697?

CVE-2019-6697 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-6697?

To mitigate CVE-2019-6697, you should upgrade FortiGate to version 6.2.2 or later, or 6.0.7 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-6697?

CVE-2019-6697 affects users of Fortinet FortiGate versions 6.2.0 through 6.2.1 and 6.0.0 through 6.0.6.

4

Can CVE-2019-6697 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2019-6697 can be exploited by an unauthenticated attacker on the same network as the FortiGate device.

5

What type of attack can CVE-2019-6697 enable?

CVE-2019-6697 can enable Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks, which could lead to unauthorized actions on behalf of users.

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