What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-40682.

What is the severity of CVE-2022-40682?

The severity of CVE-2022-40682 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-40682?

Fortinet FortiClient (Windows) versions 7.0.0 - 7.0.7, 6.4.0 - 6.4.9, 6.2.0 - 6.2.9, and 6.0.0 - 6.0.10 are affected by CVE-2022-40682.

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-40682?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-40682 by sending a crafted request to a specific named pipe, allowing them to execute unauthorized code or commands.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-40682?

Yes, Fortinet has released a security advisory with steps to mitigate the vulnerability. Please refer to the Fortinet PSIRT advisory FG-IR-22-336 for more information.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2022-40682

high

7.8

CWE

863

11/4/2023

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-40682

First published: Tue Apr 11 2023(Updated: )

A incorrect authorization in Fortinet FortiClient (Windows) 7.0.0 - 7.0.7, 6.4.0 - 6.4.9, 6.2.0 - 6.2.9 and 6.0.0 - 6.0.10 allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via sending a crafted request to a specific named pipe.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Fortinet FortiClient Windows	>=6.0.0<=6.0.10
Fortinet FortiClient Windows	>=6.2.0<=6.2.9
Fortinet FortiClient Windows	>=6.4.0<=6.4.9
Fortinet FortiClient Windows	>=7.0.0<7.0.8

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.2.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.0.8 or above

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Reference Links

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-336

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-40682.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-40682?
The severity of CVE-2022-40682 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-40682?
Fortinet FortiClient (Windows) versions 7.0.0 - 7.0.7, 6.4.0 - 6.4.9, 6.2.0 - 6.2.9, and 6.0.0 - 6.0.10 are affected by CVE-2022-40682.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-40682?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-40682 by sending a crafted request to a specific named pipe, allowing them to execute unauthorized code or commands.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-40682?
Yes, Fortinet has released a security advisory with steps to mitigate the vulnerability. Please refer to the Fortinet PSIRT advisory FG-IR-22-336 for more information.

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