Advisory Published
Updated

FG-IR-20-218: Predictable session IDs of FSA's JSON API

First published: Tue Aug 03 2021(Updated: )

An instance of small space of random values in FortiSandbox RPC API may allow an attacker in possession of a few information pieces about the state of the device to possibly predict valid session IDs.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of FG-IR-20-218?

    The severity of FG-IR-20-218 is classified as medium due to the potential for session ID prediction.

  • How do I fix FG-IR-20-218?

    To fix FG-IR-20-218, ensure that your FortiSandbox system is updated to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What are the potential consequences of FG-IR-20-218?

    The potential consequences of FG-IR-20-218 include unauthorized access to sessions if session IDs are successfully predicted.

  • Who is affected by FG-IR-20-218?

    FG-IR-20-218 affects users of Fortinet FortiSandbox running vulnerable versions of its firmware.

  • Is FG-IR-20-218 being actively exploited?

    There is no public indication that FG-IR-20-218 is being actively exploited, but it is advisable to mitigate the risk by applying updates.

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