CVE-2022-29053: Flaws over keytab encryption scheme

Published Sep 6, 2022
·
Updated

A missing cryptographic steps vulnerability [CWE-325] in the functions that encrypt keytab values in FortiOS & FortiProxy may allow an attacker in possession of the encrypted secret to decipher it.

Other sources

A missing cryptographic steps vulnerability [CWE-325] in the functions that encrypt the keytab files in FortiOS version 7.2.0, 7.0.0 through 7.0.5 and below 7.0.0 may allow an attacker in possession of the encrypted file to decipher it.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.0.0<=6.0.14
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.2.0<=6.2.11
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4.0<=6.4.9
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<7.0.6
Fortinet FortiOS=7.2.0

Event History

Sep 6, 2022
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Oct 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-29053?

The severity of CVE-2022-29053 is classified as high due to its potential to allow an attacker to decipher encrypted keytab values.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-29053?

To fix CVE-2022-29053, users should upgrade to the latest version of FortiOS or apply any patches provided by Fortinet.

3

Which versions of FortiOS are affected by CVE-2022-29053?

CVE-2022-29053 affects multiple versions of FortiOS including versions 6.0.0 to 6.0.14, 6.2.0 to 6.2.11, 6.4.0 to 6.4.9, and 7.0.0 to 7.0.6.

4

Can CVE-2022-29053 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2022-29053 can potentially lead to unauthorized access if an attacker successfully deciphers the encrypted keytab values.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2022-29053?

CVE-2022-29053 is a missing cryptographic steps vulnerability, specifically classified under CWE-325.

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