CVE-2024-52963: Out-of-bounds Write in IPSEC Daemon

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

A out-of-bounds write in Fortinet FortiOS versions 7.6.0, 7.4.0 through 7.4.6, 7.2.0 through 7.2.10, 7.0.0 through 7.0.16, 6.4.0 through 6.4.15 allows attacker to trigger a denial of service via specially crafted packets.

Other sources

An Out-of-bounds Write in FortiOS IPSEC daemon may allow an unauthenticated attacker to perform a denial of service under certains conditions that are outside the control of the attacker.

FortiGuard

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.7, >=7.2.0<7.2.11, >=7.0.0<7.0.17, >=6.4.0<6.4.16
Fortinet FortiOS=.
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.7
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.10
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4.0<7.2.11
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.8
Fortinet FortiOS=7.6.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Fortinet FortiOS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7.6.1

Event History

Jan 14, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:08 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:08 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 18, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·09:11 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-52963?

CVE-2024-52963 is a critical vulnerability that can lead to denial of service in Fortinet FortiOS.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-52963?

To remediate CVE-2024-52963, upgrade Fortinet FortiOS to version 7.6.1 or later.

3

Which versions of FortiOS are affected by CVE-2024-52963?

CVE-2024-52963 affects FortiOS versions 7.4.0 through 7.4.6, 7.2.0 through 7.2.10, 7.0.0 through 7.0.16, and 6.4.0 through 6.4.15.

4

Can CVE-2024-52963 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-52963 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted packets.

5

What types of attacks can CVE-2024-52963 facilitate?

CVE-2024-52963 may lead to denial of service attacks against vulnerable FortiOS devices.

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