What is CVE-2023-29182?

CVE-2023-29182 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS before version 7.0.3.

How does CVE-2023-29182 allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code?

CVE-2023-29182 allows a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the vulnerability through specially crafted CLI commands.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-29182?

CVE-2023-29182 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.4.

Which versions of Fortinet FortiOS are affected by CVE-2023-29182?

Fortinet FortiOS versions before 7.0.3 are affected by CVE-2023-29182.

How can I mitigate the CVE-2023-29182 vulnerability?

To mitigate the CVE-2023-29182 vulnerability, it is recommended to update to Fortinet FortiOS version 7.0.3 or later.

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CVE-2023-29182

medium

6.7

CWE

787 119 121

17/8/2023

8/10/2024

CVE-2023-29182: Buffer overflow in execute extender command

First published: Thu Aug 17 2023(Updated: )

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability [CWE-121] in Fortinet FortiOS before 7.0.3 allows a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted CLI commands, provided the attacker were able to evade FortiOS stack protections.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com psirt@fortinet.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Fortinet FortiOS	>=6.2.0<7.0.4

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.0.4 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-29182?
CVE-2023-29182 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS before version 7.0.3.
How does CVE-2023-29182 allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code?
CVE-2023-29182 allows a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the vulnerability through specially crafted CLI commands.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-29182?
CVE-2023-29182 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.4.
Which versions of Fortinet FortiOS are affected by CVE-2023-29182?
Fortinet FortiOS versions before 7.0.3 are affected by CVE-2023-29182.
How can I mitigate the CVE-2023-29182 vulnerability?
To mitigate the CVE-2023-29182 vulnerability, it is recommended to update to Fortinet FortiOS version 7.0.3 or later.

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