CVE-2022-23447: Path Traversal

Published Jul 11, 2023
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Updated

An improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability [CWE-22] in FortiExtender management interface 7.0.0 through 7.0.3, 4.2.0 through 4.2.4, 4.1.1 through 4.1.8, 4.0.0 through 4.0.2, 3.3.0 through 3.3.2, 3.2.1 through 3.2.3, 5.3 all versions may allow an unauthenticated and remote attacker to retrieve arbitrary files from the underlying filesystem via specially crafted web requests.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=3.2.1<3.2.4
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.0.0<4.0.3
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.1.1<4.1.9
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.2.0<4.2.5
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=7.0.0<7.0.4
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware=5.3.2
Fortinet FortiExtender
All of the following
Any of the following
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=3.2.1<3.2.4
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.0.0<4.0.3
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.1.1<4.1.9
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=4.2.0<4.2.5
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware>=7.0.0<7.0.4
Fortinet Fortiextender Firmware=5.3.2
Fortinet FortiExtender

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.2.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.4
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.2.5
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.1.9
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.0.3
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.3.3
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiExtender to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 3.2.4

Event History

Jul 11, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:52 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
05:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-23447?

CVE-2022-23447 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for path traversal exploitation.

2

What systems are affected by CVE-2022-23447?

CVE-2022-23447 affects FortiExtender management interface versions 3.2.1 to 3.2.4, 4.0.0 to 4.0.3, 4.1.1 to 4.1.9, 4.2.0 to 4.2.5, and 7.0.0 to 7.0.4.

3

How do I fix CVE-2022-23447?

To remediate CVE-2022-23447, upgrade the FortiExtender firmware to the latest version available beyond the affected versions.

4

What is a path traversal vulnerability like CVE-2022-23447?

A path traversal vulnerability, such as CVE-2022-23447, allows an attacker to access files and directories outside of the intended directory structure.

5

Can CVE-2022-23447 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-23447 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker interacts with the vulnerable FortiExtender management interface.

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