CVE-2021-32592
First published: Wed Dec 01 2021(Updated: )
An unsafe search path vulnerability in FortiClientWindows 7.0.0, 6.4.6 and below, 6.2.x, 6.0.x and FortiClientEMS 7.0.0, 6.4.6 and below, 6.2.x, 6.0.x may allow an attacker to perform a DLL Hijack attack on affected devices via a malicious OpenSSL engine library in the search path.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiClient Windows | >=6.0.0<=6.0.9 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Windows | >=6.2.0<=6.2.9 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Windows | >=6.4.0<6.4.7 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Windows | =7.0.0 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server | >=6.0.0<=6.0.6 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server | >=6.2.0<=6.2.9 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server | >=6.4.0<6.4.7 | |
| Fortinet FortiClient Enterprise Management Server | =7.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-32592?
CVE-2021-32592 is an unsafe search path vulnerability in FortiClientWindows and FortiClientEMS that may allow an attacker to perform a DLL Hijack attack.
Which versions of FortiClient are affected by CVE-2021-32592?
FortiClientWindows versions 7.0.0, 6.4.6 and below, 6.2.x, 6.0.x, and FortiClientEMS versions 7.0.0, 6.4.6 and below, 6.2.x, 6.0.x are affected by CVE-2021-32592.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-32592?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-32592 by using a malicious OpenSSL engine library in the search path to perform a DLL Hijack attack on vulnerable devices.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-32592?
The severity of CVE-2021-32592 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I mitigate the vulnerability in FortiClient?
To mitigate the vulnerability, update FortiClientWindows and FortiClientEMS to the latest versions available, as they contain fixes for CVE-2021-32592.
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