FG-IR-22-080: Flaws over DHCP and DNS keys encryption scheme

Published Feb 16, 2023
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Updated

A missing cryptographic steps vulnerability [CWE-325] in the functions that encrypt the DHCP and DNS keys (ddns-key or n-mhae-key) in FortiOS & FortiProxy configuration may allow an attacker in possession of the encrypted key to decipher it.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Fortinet FortiOS
Fortinet FortiProxy

Event History

Feb 16, 2023
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-22-080?

The severity of FG-IR-22-080 is high due to the potential exposure of sensitive encrypted keys.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-22-080?

To fix FG-IR-22-080, update to the latest version of FortiOS or FortiProxy that addresses this cryptographic vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by FG-IR-22-080?

FG-IR-22-080 affects Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy configurations that utilize DDNS or n-mhae keys.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in FG-IR-22-080?

FG-IR-22-080 is a missing cryptographic steps vulnerability that allows an attacker to decipher encrypted keys.

5

What can an attacker do if they exploit FG-IR-22-080?

If exploited, an attacker can potentially access sensitive information by deciphering the encrypted DHCP and DNS keys.

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