Insecure Temporary File Vulnerability in FortiClient for Windows
CVE-2020-9291

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Fortinet
Status
Fortinet Forticlient For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 June 2020

What is CVE-2020-9291?

An Insecure Temporary File vulnerability exists in FortiClient for Windows versions up to 6.2.1, which could allow a local user to exploit the system. By exhausting the pool of temporary file names through a symbolic link attack, the user may achieve elevated privileges, potentially compromising system integrity and security. Users of the affected versions are advised to apply patches and take preventative measures to secure their systems.

Affected Version(s)

Fortinet FortiClient for Windows FortiClient for Windows 6.2.1 and earlier and FortiClient for Windows 6.0.9 and earlier

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-20-040
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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