CVE-2023-45590

Fortinet Forticlient vulnerability

9.6 CRITICALEPSS 1.52%

Published9 Apr 2024

Description

An improper control of generation of code ('code injection') in Fortinet FortiClientLinux version 7.2.0, 7.0.6 through 7.0.10 and 7.0.3 through 7.0.4 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via tricking a FortiClientLinux user into visiting a malicious website

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork

Attack complexityLow

Privileges requiredNone

User interactionRequired

ScopeChanged

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Fortinet Forticlient7.0.3 · 7.0.4 · 7.2.0 · ≥ 7.0.6 < 7.0.11

Remediation

Fixed in

Fortinet Forticlient≥ 7.0.11

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-45590 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-45590 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.52%.

How severe is CVE-2023-45590?

CVE-2023-45590 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.6, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-45590?

Affected products include Fortinet Forticlient.

How do I fix CVE-2023-45590?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Fortinet Forticlient 7.0.11 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.