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Advisory Published

CVE-2023-46720: Stack buffer overflow on bluetooth write feature

First published: Tue Jun 11 2024(Updated: )

A stack-based buffer overflow in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.4.0 through 7.4.1 and 7.2.0 through 7.2.7 and 7.0.0 through 7.0.12 and 6.4.6 through 6.4.15 and 6.2.9 through 6.2.16 and 6.0.13 through 6.0.18 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted CLI commands.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.0.13<=6.0.18
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.2.9<=6.2.16
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.4.6<=6.4.15
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.0.0<=7.0.12
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.2.0<7.2.8
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.4.0<7.4.3
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.4.0<=7.4.3
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.2.0<=7.2.7
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=7.0.0<=7.0.15
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.4
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.2
Fortinet FortiOS IPS Engine>=6.0

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.4 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.8 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-46720?

    CVE-2023-46720 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-46720?

    To fix CVE-2023-46720, update FortiOS to version 7.4.4, 7.2.8, or 7.0.16, depending on your current version.

  • Which versions of FortiOS are affected by CVE-2023-46720?

    FortiOS versions 7.4.0 through 7.4.1, 7.2.0 through 7.2.7, 7.0.0 through 7.0.12, and several 6.x versions are affected.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-46720?

    CVE-2023-46720 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2023-46720 lead to remote code execution?

    Yes, CVE-2023-46720 allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands remotely.

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