CWE
22
Advisory Published

FG-IR-23-416: FortiSandbox - Arbitrary file write on CLI leading to arbitrary code execution

First published: Tue Apr 09 2024(Updated: )

An improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability [CWE-22] in FortiSandbox may allow a privileged attacker with super-admin profile and CLI access to execute arbitrary code via CLI.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.4.0<=4.4.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.2.0<=4.2.6
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=4.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.1
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=3.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.5
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.4
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.3
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.1
Fortinet FortiSandbox Firmware>=2.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of FG-IR-23-416?

    The FG-IR-23-416 vulnerability is classified as high severity due to its potential for arbitrary code execution by a privileged attacker.

  • How do I fix FG-IR-23-416?

    To remediate FG-IR-23-416, upgrade FortiSandbox to version 4.4.3 or higher, or to version 4.2.7 or higher.

  • Which versions are affected by FG-IR-23-416?

    FG-IR-23-416 affects FortiSandbox versions 4.4.0 to 4.4.2 and 4.2.0 to 4.2.6, among other earlier versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is FG-IR-23-416?

    FG-IR-23-416 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to system files.

  • Who can exploit FG-IR-23-416?

    FG-IR-23-416 can be exploited by an attacker with a super-admin profile and CLI access.

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