7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-40592: Race Condition

First published: Tue Nov 12 2024(Updated: )

An improper verification of cryptographic signature vulnerability [CWE-347] in FortiClient MacOS version 7.4.0, version 7.2.4 and below, version 7.0.10 and below, version 6.4.10 and below may allow a local authenticated attacker to swap the installer with a malicious package via a race condition during the installation process.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiClient>=6.4.0<7.2.5
Fortinet FortiClient=7.4.0

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiClientMac version 7.4.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientMac version 7.2.5 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-40592?

    CVE-2024-40592 has been assigned a medium severity rating due to its potential for exploitation by local authenticated attackers.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-40592?

    To fix CVE-2024-40592, update FortiClient to version 7.4.1 or later, or to any version above 7.2.5, 7.0.11, or 6.4.11.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-40592?

    CVE-2024-40592 affects users of FortiClient on MacOS versions 6.4.10 and below, 7.0.10 and below, 7.2.4 and below, and 7.4.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-40592?

    CVE-2024-40592 is an improper verification of cryptographic signature vulnerability classified under CWE-347.

  • Can CVE-2024-40592 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2024-40592 can only be exploited by local authenticated attackers.

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