CVE-2022-33877: High severity fortinet forticlient ssl vpn vulnerability

Published Jun 13, 2023
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Updated

An incorrect default permission [CWE-276] vulnerability in FortiClient (Windows) versions 7.0.0 through 7.0.6 and 6.4.0 through 6.4.8 and FortiConverter (Windows) versions 6.2.0 through 6.2.1, 7.0.0 and all versions of 6.0.0 may allow a local authenticated attacker to tamper with files in the installation folder, if FortiClient or FortiConverter is installed in an insecure folder.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Fortinet FortiClient Windows>=6.4.0<=6.4.8
Fortinet FortiClient Windows>=7.0.0<=7.0.6
Fortinet Forticonverter Windows>=6.0.0<=6.0.3
Fortinet Forticonverter Windows=6.2.0
Fortinet Forticonverter Windows=6.2.1
Fortinet Forticonverter Windows=7.0.0

Remediation

Information

Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.0.7 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 6.4.9 or above Please upgrade to FortiConverter version 7.0.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiConverter version 6.2.2 or above  

Event History

Jun 13, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:41 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:41 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this security issue?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-33877.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-33877?

CVE-2022-33877 has a severity score of 5.5, which is considered high.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-33877?

FortiClient (Windows) versions 7.0.0 through 7.0.6 and 6.4.0 through 6.4.8, as well as FortiConverter (Windows) versions 6.2.0 through 6.2.1, 7.0.0, and all versions of 6.0.0 are affected.

4

What is the CWE classification of CVE-2022-33877?

CVE-2022-33877 is classified as CWE-276.

5

How can I fix the vulnerability CVE-2022-33877?

To fix CVE-2022-33877, it is recommended to update FortiClient (Windows) to versions 7.0.7 or later, or 6.4.9 or later, and FortiConverter (Windows) to versions 6.2.2 or later, or 7.0.1 or later.

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