FG-IR-24-015: Out-of-bound Write in sslvpnd

Published Feb 8, 2024
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Updated

A out-of-bounds write vulnerability [CWE-787] in FortiOS and FortiProxy may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or command via specially crafted HTTP requests.

Workaround : disable SSL VPN (disable webmode is NOT a valid workaround)

Note: This is potentially being exploited in the wild.

Affected Software

13 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.2
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.6
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<=7.0.13
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.4.0<=6.4.14
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.2.0<=6.2.15
Fortinet FortiOS>=6.0.0<=6.0.17
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.4.0<=7.4.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2.0<=7.2.8
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.0.0<=7.0.14
Fortinet FortiProxy>=2.0.0<=2.0.13
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.1
Fortinet FortiProxy>=1.0

Event History

Feb 8, 2024
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Jan 15, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·10:47 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of FG-IR-24-015?

The FG-IR-24-015 vulnerability is classified as a critical security issue that can allow remote unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix FG-IR-24-015?

To mitigate FG-IR-24-015, upgrade to the appropriate FortiOS or FortiProxy versions as specified in the advisory.

3

What products are affected by FG-IR-24-015?

The FG-IR-24-015 vulnerability affects FortiOS and FortiProxy versions from 7.4.0 to 7.4.2, and other specified versions down to 6.0.0.

4

Can the FG-IR-24-015 vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes, FG-IR-24-015 can be exploited remotely via specially crafted HTTP requests.

5

What is a temporary workaround for FG-IR-24-015?

A temporary workaround for FG-IR-24-015 is to disable the SSL VPN, as disabling web mode is not a valid solution.

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