What is the severity of CVE-2020-15934?

CVE-2020-15934 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local privilege escalation to root.

How do I fix CVE-2020-15934?

To fix CVE-2020-15934, update FortiClient to version 6.2.8 or later, or 6.4.1 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2020-15934?

CVE-2020-15934 affects FortiClient for Linux versions 6.2.7 and below, and version 6.4.0.

Can local users exploit CVE-2020-15934?

Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2020-15934 to elevate their privileges to root by creating a malicious script or program.

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CVE-2020-15934

high

8.8

CWE

269

19/10/2020

19/12/2024

21/1/2025

CVE-2020-15934: Root privilege escalation in FortiClient Linux

Q: What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-15934?

CVE-2020-15934 is an execution with unnecessary privileges vulnerability in the VCM engine of FortiClient.

First published: Mon Oct 19 2020(Updated: )

An execution with unnecessary privileges vulnerability in the VCM engine of FortiClient for Linux versions 6.2.7 and below, version 6.4.0. may allow local users to elevate their privileges to root by creating a malicious script or program on the target machine.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Fortinet FortiClient	>=6.0.0<6.2.8
Fortinet FortiClient	=6.4.0
Fortinet FortiClient Virtual Private Network	<=6.2.7

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiClient for Linux versions 6.2.8 or above. Please upgrade to FortiClient for Linux versions 6.4.1 or above.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15934?
CVE-2020-15934 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local privilege escalation to root.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15934?
To fix CVE-2020-15934, update FortiClient to version 6.2.8 or later, or 6.4.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-15934?
CVE-2020-15934 affects FortiClient for Linux versions 6.2.7 and below, and version 6.4.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-15934?
CVE-2020-15934 is an execution with unnecessary privileges vulnerability in the VCM engine of FortiClient.
Can local users exploit CVE-2020-15934?
Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2020-15934 to elevate their privileges to root by creating a malicious script or program.

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