CVE-2020-29018: [FortiWeb] Format string vulnerability found on multiple paths
Published Jan 4, 2021
·Updated
A format string vulnerability in FortiWeb 6.3.0 through 6.3.5 may allow an authenticated, remote attacker to read the content of memory and retrieve sensitive data via the redir parameter.
Other sources
A format string vulnerability in FortiWeb may allow an authenticated, remote attacker to read the content of memory and retrieve sensitive data through the redir parameter.
— FortiGuard
Affected Software
1 affected component
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.3.0<=6.3.5
Event History
Jan 4, 2021
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:06 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:06 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2020-29018?
CVE-2020-29018 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2020-29018?
To fix CVE-2020-29018, upgrade FortiWeb to version 6.3.6 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-29018?
CVE-2020-29018 affects FortiWeb versions 6.3.0 through 6.3.5.
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What can an attacker do with CVE-2020-29018?
An authenticated, remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-29018 to read memory content and retrieve sensitive data.
5
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-29018?
Yes, an attacker must be authenticated to exploit CVE-2020-29018.