CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-47540: OS Command Injection

First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiSandbox version 4.4.0 through 4.4.2 and 4.2.0 through 4.2.6 and 4.0.0 through 4.0.5 and 3.2.0 through 3.2.4 and 3.0.5 through 3.0.7 may allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via CLI.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.0.5<=3.0.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.2.0<4.2.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.4.0<4.4.3

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiSandbox version 4.4.3 or above Please upgrade to FortiSandbox version 4.2.7 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-47540?

    CVE-2023-47540 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for os command injection leading to unauthorized code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-47540?

    To fix CVE-2023-47540, upgrade Fortinet FortiSandbox to a version above 4.4.2, 4.2.6, 4.0.5, or 3.2.4.

  • What versions of FortiSandbox are affected by CVE-2023-47540?

    CVE-2023-47540 affects FortiSandbox versions 3.0.5 through 3.0.7, 4.0.0 through 4.0.5, 4.2.0 through 4.2.6, and 4.4.0 through 4.4.2.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-47540?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2023-47540 include unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary commands on affected systems.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-47540?

    Currently, Fortinet recommends upgrading to secure versions as the primary mitigation for CVE-2023-47540, with no official workaround provided.

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