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CVE-2023-48784: FortiOS - Format String in CLI command

First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability [CWE-134] in FortiOS version 7.4.1 and below, version 7.2.7 and below, 7.0 all versions, 6.4 all versions command line interface may allow a local privileged attacker with super-admin profile and CLI access to execute arbitrary code or commands via specially crafted requests.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.1
FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.7
FortiOS>=7.0.0<=7.0.15
FortiOS>=6.4
FortiOS>=6.4.0<7.0.16
FortiOS>=7.2.0<7.2.8
FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.2

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.2 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-2023-48784?

    CVE-2023-48784 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local privileged attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-48784?

    To remediate CVE-2023-48784, upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.2, 7.2.8, or 7.0.16 or later.

  • Which versions of FortiOS are affected by CVE-2023-48784?

    CVE-2023-48784 affects FortiOS versions 7.4.1 and below, 7.2.7 and below, 7.0 all versions, and 6.4 all versions.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2023-48784?

    CVE-2023-48784 can be exploited by local privileged attackers who have access to the CLI with a super-admin profile.

  • Is CVE-2023-48784 a remote vulnerability?

    No, CVE-2023-48784 is a local vulnerability that requires physical or privileged CLI access to exploit.

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