Improper XML External Entity Handling in Fortinet FortiNAC
CVE-2022-39954

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Fortinet
Status
Fortinac
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 February 2023

Summary

Fortinet FortiNAC is susceptible to an improper restriction of XML external entity references, impacting various versions. This vulnerability enables attackers to exploit crafted XML documents to either read arbitrary files from the affected server or induce a denial of service. The flaw exists across multiple versions, affecting user environments where FortiNAC is deployed, thereby opening avenues for potential data breaches and service interruptions.

Affected Version(s)

FortiNAC 9.4.0 <= 9.4.1

FortiNAC 9.2.0 <= 9.2.7

FortiNAC 9.1.0 <= 9.1.8

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-304

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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