CVE-2020-15940: XSS

Published Nov 2, 2021
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Updated

An improper neutralization of input vulnerability [CWE-79] in FortiClientEMS versions 6.4.1 and below and 6.2.9 and below may allow a remote authenticated attacker to inject malicious script/tags via the name parameter of various sections of the server.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server>=6.0.0<=6.0.8
Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server>=6.2.0<=6.2.9
Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server>=6.4.0<=6.4.1

Event History

Nov 2, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:49 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-15940?

CVE-2020-15940 is an improper neutralization of input vulnerability in FortiClientEMS versions 6.4.1 and below and 6.2.9 and below.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-15940?

CVE-2020-15940 has a severity rating of 5.4 (medium).

3

How does CVE-2020-15940 impact FortiClientEMS?

CVE-2020-15940 allows a remote authenticated attacker to inject malicious script/tags via the name parameter of various sections of the server.

4

Which versions of FortiClientEMS are affected by CVE-2020-15940?

FortiClientEMS versions 6.4.1 and below and 6.2.9 and below are affected by CVE-2020-15940.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-15940 vulnerability?

To fix CVE-2020-15940, update FortiClientEMS to a version above 6.4.1 or 6.2.9, respectively.

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