CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-55597: Path Traversal

First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )

A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.0.0 through 7.6.0 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.

Credit: psirt@fortinet.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiWeb>=7.0.0<=7.6.0

Remedy

Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.6.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.4.6 or above

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-55597?

    CVE-2024-55597 is rated as a critical severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-55597?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-55597, update Fortinet FortiWeb to a version higher than 7.6.0.

  • What does CVE-2024-55597 affect?

    CVE-2024-55597 affects Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.0.0 through 7.6.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-55597?

    CVE-2024-55597 is a path traversal vulnerability allowing unauthorized code execution.

  • Can CVE-2024-55597 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2024-55597 can be exploited remotely via crafted requests.

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