FG-IR-23-405: FortiAP - Restricted Shell Escape via CLI Command Injection

Published Jan 14, 2025
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Updated

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command [CWE-78] in FortiAP may allow a local authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code via the FortiAP CLI.

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.4.0<=7.4.2
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.2.0<=7.2.3
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.0
Fortinet FortiAP>=6.4
Fortinet FortiAP-S>=6.4.0<=6.4.9
Fortinet FortiAP-S>=6.2
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.4.0<=7.4.2
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.2.0<=7.2.3
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.0
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=6.4

Event History

Jan 14, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-23-405?

The severity of FG-IR-23-405 is categorized as high due to the potential for unauthorized code execution by local authenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-23-405?

To fix FG-IR-23-405, update the FortiAP to version 7.4.3 or 7.2.4, depending on the specific version you are using.

3

Which products are affected by FG-IR-23-405?

FG-IR-23-405 affects various versions of FortiAP, FortiAP-S, and FortiAP-W2 across different version ranges.

4

What type of attack is possible with FG-IR-23-405?

FG-IR-23-405 allows a local authenticated attacker to potentially execute unauthorized commands through the FortiAP CLI.

5

Is a workaround available for FG-IR-23-405?

There is no official workaround for FG-IR-23-405, and the recommended solution is to update the affected systems.

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