CVE-2024-48884: Path traversal in csfd daemon

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.1, FortiManager 7.4.1 through 7.4.3, FortiManager Cloud 7.4.1 through 7.4.3, FortiOS 7.6.0, FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.9, FortiOS 7.0.0 through 7.0.15, FortiOS 6.4.0 through 6.4.15, FortiProxy 7.4.0 through 7.4.5, FortiProxy 7.2.0 through 7.2.11, FortiProxy 7.0.0 through 7.0.18, FortiProxy 2.0 all versions, FortiProxy 1.2 all versions, FortiProxy 1.1 all versions, FortiProxy 1.0 all versions may allow a remote authenticated attacker with access to the security fabric interface and port to write arbitrary files or a remote unauthenticated attacker to delete an arbitrary folder

Other sources

An improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory vulnerability ('path traversal') [CWE-22] in FortiManager, FortiOS, FortiProxy, FortiRecorder, FortiVoice and FortiWeb may allow a remote authenticated attacker with access to the security fabric interface and port to write arbitrary files and a remote unauthenticated attacker with the same network access to delete an arbitrary folder.

— FortiGuard

Affected Software

42 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.6.0<=7.6.1
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.4.1<=7.4.3
Fortinet FortiManager Cloud>=7.4.1<=7.4.3
Fortinet FortiOS=.
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.4
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.9
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<=7.0.15
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4.0<=6.4.15
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.4.0<=7.4.5
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2.0<=7.2.11
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.0.0<=7.0.18
Fortinet FortiProxy>=2.0
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.1
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.0
Fortinet FortiRecorder>=7.2.0<=7.2.1
Fortinet FortiRecorder>=7.0.0<=7.0.4
Fortinet FortiVoice>=7.0.0<=7.0.4
Fortinet FortiVoice>=6.4.0<=6.4.9
Fortinet FortiVoice>=6.0
Fortinet FortiWeb=.
Fortinet FortiWeb>=7.4.0<=7.4.4
Fortinet FortiWeb>=7.2
Fortinet FortiWeb>=7.0
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.4
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.4.1<7.4.4
Fortinet FortiManager>=7.6.0<7.6.2
Fortinet FortiManager Cloud>=7.4.1<7.4.4
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.0.0<7.0.19
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2.0<7.2.12
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.4.0<7.4.6
Fortinet FortiRecorder>=7.0.0<7.0.5
Fortinet FortiRecorder>=7.2.0<7.2.2
Fortinet FortiVoice>=6.0.0<=6.4.10
Fortinet FortiVoice>=7.0.0<=7.0.5
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.4.0<7.4.5
Fortinet FortiWeb=7.6.0
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4.0<6.4.16
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<7.0.16
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<7.2.10
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.5
Fortinet FortiOS=7.6.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiManager Cloud to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4.4
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiManager to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4.4
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiManager to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6.2
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.4.16
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.16
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.2.10
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4.5
  8. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6.1
  9. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiProxy to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.19
  10. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiProxy to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.2.12
  11. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiProxy to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4.6
  12. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiRecorder to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.5
  13. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiRecorder to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.2.2
  14. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiVoice to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.4.10
  15. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiVoice to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.5
  16. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiVoice to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.2.0
  17. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiWeb to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.4.5
  18. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiWeb to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6.1
  19. Upgrade

    Upgrade FortiAuthenticator to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.0.0
  20. Compensating control

    For FortiSASE, remediate by upgrading to FortiSASE version 24.3.c; customers do not need to perform any additional action if already on 24.3.c.

Event History

Jan 14, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:09 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 16, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·01:39 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-48884?

CVE-2024-48884 has been classified with a critical severity due to its potential impact on path traversal vulnerabilities.

2

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-48884?

CVE-2024-48884 affects Fortinet FortiManager, FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiRecorder across multiple versions leading up to their respective patches.

3

How do I fix CVE-2024-48884?

To fix CVE-2024-48884, upgrade FortiManager to version 7.6.2 or later, and other affected products to their respective patched versions.

4

Can I still use my software if it is vulnerable to CVE-2024-48884?

Using software vulnerable to CVE-2024-48884 poses significant security risks, and immediate remediation through updates is strongly advised.

5

Are there workarounds available for CVE-2024-48884?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2024-48884; updating the software is the only effective measure to mitigate the vulnerability.

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