Incorrect Default Permission Vulnerability in FortiClient and FortiConverter by Fortinet
CVE-2022-33877

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Fortinet
Status
Forticonverter
Forticlientwindows
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 June 2023

Summary

FortiClient and FortiConverter for Windows exhibit a vulnerability related to incorrect default permissions. An authenticated local attacker may exploit this weakness to tamper with files within the installation folder, specifically if these applications are deployed in an insecure directory structure. This flaw may lead to unauthorized modifications and potential data compromise, emphasizing the importance of secure installations and permission settings for sensitive applications.

Affected Version(s)

FortiClientWindows 7.0.0 <= 7.0.6

FortiClientWindows 6.4.0 <= 6.4.8

FortiConverter 7.0.0

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-229

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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