CVE-2023-42785: Null Pointer Dereference
A null pointer dereference in FortiOS versions 7.4.0 through 7.4.1, 7.2.0 through 7.2.5, 7.0 all versions, 6.4 all versions , 6.2 all versions and 6.0 all versions allows attacker to trigger a denial of service via a crafted http request.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-42785?
CVE-2023-42785 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-42785?
To resolve CVE-2023-42785, upgrade FortiOS to version 7.4.2 or later, or to versions 7.2.6 and above.
What versions of FortiOS are affected by CVE-2023-42785?
CVE-2023-42785 affects FortiOS versions 7.4.0 to 7.4.1, 7.2.0 to 7.2.5, and all versions of 7.0, 6.4, 6.2, and 6.0.
What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2023-42785?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2023-42785 to trigger a denial of service condition by sending a crafted HTTP request.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2023-42785?
Currently, there is no documented workaround for CVE-2023-42785; the only mitigation is to upgrade to a patched version.