FG-IR-23-183: Proxy mode with deep inspection - Stack-based buffer overflow

Published Jul 11, 2023
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Updated

A stack-based overflow vulnerability [CWE-124] in FortiOS & FortiProxy may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code or command via crafted packets reaching proxy policies or firewall policies with proxy mode alongside SSL deep packet inspection.## Workaround:Disable HTTP/2 support on SSL inspection profiles used by proxy policies or firewall policies with proxy mode.Example with custom-deep-inspection profile:<br/>config firewall ssl-ssh-profile<br/>edit "custom-deep-inspection"<br/>set supported-alpn http1-1<br/>next<br/>end<br/>https://docs.fortinet.com/document/fortigate/7.0.0/new-features/710924/http-2-support-in-proxy-mode-ssl-inspection

Affected Software

2 affected components
Fortinet FortiOS
Fortinet FortiProxy

Event History

Jul 11, 2023
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-23-183?

The severity of FG-IR-23-183 is critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-23-183?

To fix FG-IR-23-183, it is recommended to disable HTTP/2 support in FortiOS and FortiProxy configurations.

3

What versions of software are affected by FG-IR-23-183?

FG-IR-23-183 affects Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy without specifying version numbers.

4

What types of attacks are possible with FG-IR-23-183?

FG-IR-23-183 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or commands via crafted packets.

5

What is the nature of the vulnerability FG-IR-23-183?

FG-IR-23-183 is a stack-based overflow vulnerability that compromises system integrity.

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