CVE-2023-36554: Improper access control in backup and restore features

Published Mar 12, 2024
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Updated

A improper access control in Fortinet FortiManager version 7.4.0, version 7.2.0 through 7.2.3, version 7.0.0 through 7.0.10, version 6.4.0 through 6.4.13, 6.2 all versions allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted HTTP requests.

Other sources

An improper access control vulnerability [CWE-284] in FortiWLM MEA for FortiManager may allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via specifically crafted requests.

Note that FortiWLM MEA is not installed by default on FortiManager and can be disabled as a workaround.

FortiGuard

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiManager=.
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.2.0<=7.2.3
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.0.0<=7.0.10
Fortinet FortiManager>=6.4.0<=6.4.13
Fortinet FortiManager>=6.2
Fortinet FortiManager>=6.2.0<=6.2.12
Fortinet FortiManager>=6.4.0<=6.4.13
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.0.0<=7.0.10
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.2.0<=7.2.3
Fortinet FortiManager=7.4.0

Remediation

Information

Please upgrade to FortiManager version 7.4.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiManager version 7.2.4 or above Please upgrade to FortiManager version 7.0.11 or above Please upgrade to FortiManager version 6.4.14 or above

Event History

Mar 12, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:09 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 13, 2024
News Published
via The Register·12:16 AM
News Published
via The Register·12:19 AM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:48 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:49 PM
Jan 27, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·08:10 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-36554?

CVE-2023-36554 has been rated as critical due to the ability of an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-36554?

To fix CVE-2023-36554, upgrade Fortinet FortiManager to version 7.4.1 or later, 7.2.4 or later, 7.0.11 or later, or 6.4.14 or later.

3

Which versions of Fortinet FortiManager are affected by CVE-2023-36554?

CVE-2023-36554 affects Fortinet FortiManager versions 6.2.x, 6.4.x, 7.0.x, 7.2.x, and 7.4.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-36554?

CVE-2023-36554 is classified as an improper access control vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2023-36554 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-36554 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted HTTP requests.

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