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CVE-2023-47541: FortiSandbox - Arbitrary file write on CLI leading to arbitrary code execution

First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )

An improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') 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 3.1.0 through 3.1.5 and 3.0.0 through 3.0.7 and 2.5.0 through 2.5.2 and 2.4.0 through 2.4.1 and 2.3.0 through 2.3.3 and 2.2.0 through 2.2.2 and 2.1.0 through 2.1.3 and 2.0.0 through 2.0.3 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via CLI.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.0.0<4.2.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.4.0<4.4.3
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.4.0<=4.4.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.2.0<=4.2.6
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.1
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.5
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.4
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.3
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.1
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.0

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-2023-47541?

    CVE-2023-47541 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-47541?

    To resolve CVE-2023-47541, upgrade Fortinet FortiSandbox to version 4.4.3 or later, or 4.2.7 or later.

  • Which versions of Fortinet FortiSandbox are affected by CVE-2023-47541?

    CVE-2023-47541 affects Fortinet FortiSandbox versions 4.4.0 through 4.4.2, 4.2.0 through 4.2.6, and multiple earlier versions.

  • What is the vulnerability type identified in CVE-2023-47541?

    CVE-2023-47541 is categorized as a path traversal vulnerability.

  • Can exploit of CVE-2023-47541 lead to data exposure?

    Yes, successful exploitation of CVE-2023-47541 may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files.

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