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CVE-2023-48788

Fortinet FortiClient EMS SQL Injection

9.8 CRITICALActively exploited (CISA KEV)Used in ransomwareEPSS 98.4%
  1. Published12 Mar 2024
  2. Added to CISA KEV25 Mar 2024
  3. Remediation due15 Apr 2024
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Fortinet FortiClient EMS contains a SQL injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands as SYSTEM via specifically crafted requests.

Added to KEV: 25 Mar 2024Federal remediation due: 15 Apr 2024Used in ransomware

Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, FortiClientEMS 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Fortinet Forticlient Enterprise Management Server≥ 7.0.1 < 7.0.11 · ≥ 7.2.0 < 7.2.3

Remediation

Fixed in
Fortinet Forticlient Enterprise Management Server≥ 7.0.11

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-48788 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-48788 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 25 Mar 2024. It has been used in ransomware campaigns.

How severe is CVE-2023-48788?

CVE-2023-48788 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 98.4% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-48788?

Affected products include Fortinet Forticlient Enterprise Management Server.

How do I fix CVE-2023-48788?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Fortinet Forticlient Enterprise Management Server 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.