FG-IR-23-261: FortiOS / FortiProxy / FortiPAM / FortiSwitchManager - Format string vulnerability in CLI commands

Published Feb 11, 2025
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Updated

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability [CWE-134] in FortiOS, FortiProxy, FortiPAM & FortiSwitchManager CLI may allow a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via specially crafted requests.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Fortinet FortiOS
Fortinet FortiProxy
Fortinet FortiPAM
Fortinet FortiSwitchManager

Event History

Feb 11, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 12, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·01:44 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-23-261?

The severity of FG-IR-23-261 is critical due to potential arbitrary code execution by an attacker.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-23-261?

To fix FG-IR-23-261, update FortiOS, FortiProxy, FortiPAM, and FortiSwitchManager to the latest available versions that include the security patches.

3

Who is affected by FG-IR-23-261?

FG-IR-23-261 affects users of FortiOS, FortiProxy, FortiPAM, and FortiSwitchManager.

4

What type of vulnerability is FG-IR-23-261?

FG-IR-23-261 is classified as a use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability.

5

What can an attacker do with FG-IR-23-261?

An attacker exploiting FG-IR-23-261 can execute arbitrary code or commands through specially crafted requests.

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