8.8
CWE
134
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-29181

First published: Thu Feb 22 2024(Updated: )

A use of externally-controlled format string in Fortinet FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.4, 7.0.0 through 7.0.11, 6.4.0 through 6.4.12, 6.2.0 through 6.2.14, 6.0.0 through 6.0.16, FortiProxy 7.2.0 through 7.2.4, 7.0.0 through 7.0.10, 2.0.0 through 2.0.12, 1.2.0 through 1.2.13, 1.1.0 through 1.1.6, 1.0.0 through 1.0.7, FortiPAM 1.0.0 through 1.0.3 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted command.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.0.0<2.0.13
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.0.0<7.0.11
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2.0<7.2.5
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.0.0<6.2.15
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.4.0<6.4.13
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.0.0<7.0.12
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.2.0<7.2.5
FortiGuard FortiPAM>=1.0.0<1.1.0

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.5 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.0.12 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 6.4.13 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 6.2.15 or above Please upgrade to FortiProxy version 7.2.5 or above Please upgrade to FortiProxy version 7.0.11 or above Please upgrade to FortiProxy version 2.0.13 or above Please upgrade to FortiPAM version 1.1.0 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-29181?

    CVE-2023-29181 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-29181?

    To address CVE-2023-29181, upgrade your FortiOS or FortiProxy software to the latest version available that is not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2023-29181?

    CVE-2023-29181 affects multiple versions of FortiOS and FortiProxy, specifically versions within 7.2.0 to 7.2.4, 7.0.0 to 7.0.11, and earlier versions.

  • Is CVE-2023-29181 remotely exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2023-29181 can be remotely exploited by attackers, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-29181?

    Exploitation of CVE-2023-29181 may lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, and compromise of sensitive information on affected devices.

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