FG-IR-23-423: Weak key derivation for backup file

Published Jun 11, 2024
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Updated

A use of password hash with insufficient computational effort vulnerability [CWE-916] affecting FortiOS and FortiProxy may allow a privileged attacker with super-admin profile and CLI access to decrypting the backup file.

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.3
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.8
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.4.0<=7.4.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.0
Fortinet FortiProxy>=2.0

Event History

Jun 11, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Oct 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·11:55 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-23-423?

The severity of FG-IR-23-423 is considered critical due to the potential for privileged attackers to decrypt backup files.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-23-423?

To fix FG-IR-23-423, upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.4 or later, or FortiProxy version 7.4.3 or later.

3

Which versions of FortiOS are affected by FG-IR-23-423?

FortiOS versions 7.4.0 to 7.4.3, 7.2.0 to 7.2.8, and earlier versions 7.0 and 6.4 are affected by FG-IR-23-423.

4

Which versions of FortiProxy are affected by FG-IR-23-423?

FortiProxy versions 7.4.0 to 7.4.2 and all earlier versions 7.0 and below are affected by FG-IR-23-423.

5

Who is vulnerable to exploitation of FG-IR-23-423?

Privileged attackers with super-admin profiles and CLI access are vulnerable to exploiting FG-IR-23-423.

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