Advisory Published
Advisory Published

FG-IR-23-221: Syslog not protected by an extra layer of authentication

First published: Tue Oct 10 2023(Updated: )

A insufficient verification of data authenticity vulnerability [CWE-345] in FortiAnalyzer, FortiAnalyzer-BigData and FortiManager with FortiAnalyzer features may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to send messages to the syslog server of FortiAnalyzer via the knoweldge of an authorized device serial number.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiAnalyzer
Fortinet FortiAnalyzer
Fortinet FortiManager

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of FG-IR-23-221?

    The severity of FG-IR-23-221 is categorized as insufficient verification of data authenticity, allowing potential remote attacks.

  • How do I fix FG-IR-23-221?

    To fix FG-IR-23-221, update your FortiAnalyzer, FortiAnalyzer-BigData, or FortiManager to the latest patched version provided by Fortinet.

  • What products are affected by FG-IR-23-221?

    FG-IR-23-221 affects FortiAnalyzer, FortiAnalyzer-BigData, and FortiManager with specific FortiAnalyzer features.

  • Can FG-IR-23-221 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, FG-IR-23-221 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers to send messages to the syslog server.

  • What does FG-IR-23-221 vulnerability involve?

    The FG-IR-23-221 vulnerability involves insufficient verification of data authenticity, posing a risk to message integrity.

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