CVE-2023-47540: OS Command Injection

Published Apr 9, 2024
·
Updated

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSandbox 4.4.0 through 4.4.2, FortiSandbox 4.2.1 through 4.2.6, FortiSandbox 4.0 all versions, FortiSandbox 3.2 all versions, FortiSandbox 3.0.5 through 3.0.7 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via CLI.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=3.0.5<=3.0.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=3.2.0<4.2.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.4.0<4.4.3

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to FortiSandbox version 4.4.3 or above Upgrade to FortiSandbox version 4.2.7 or above Fortinet remediated this issue in FortiSandbox Cloud version 24.1 and hence customers do not need to perform any action.

Event History

Apr 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:24 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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