CVE-2023-50178
First published: Tue Jul 09 2024(Updated: )
An improper certificate validation vulnerability [CWE-295] in FortiADC 7.4.0, 7.2.0 through 7.2.3, 7.1 all versions, 7.0 all versions, 6.2 all versions, 6.1 all versions and 6.0 all versions may allow a remote and unauthenticated attacker to perform a Man-in-the-Middle attack on the communication channel between the device and various remote servers such as private SDN connectors and FortiToken Cloud.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiADC | >=6.0.0<=6.0.4 | |
| Fortinet FortiADC | >=6.1.0<=6.1.6 | |
| Fortinet FortiADC | >=6.2.0<=6.2.6 | |
| Fortinet FortiADC | >=7.1.0<=7.2.3 | |
| Fortinet FortiADC | =7.4.0 |
Remedy
Please upgrade to FortiADC version 7.4.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiADC version 7.2.4 or above
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-50178?
CVE-2023-50178 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to allow remote and unauthenticated attackers to perform Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2023-50178?
To fix CVE-2023-50178, users should upgrade to the latest patched version of FortiADC as provided by Fortinet.
Which versions of FortiADC are affected by CVE-2023-50178?
FortiADC versions 6.0 through 7.4.0 are affected by CVE-2023-50178, including specific sub-versions.
What type of attack does CVE-2023-50178 facilitate?
CVE-2023-50178 facilitates a Man-in-the-Middle attack due to improper certificate validation.
Is user authentication required to exploit CVE-2023-50178?
No, exploitation of CVE-2023-50178 does not require user authentication, making it more critical.
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