Authorization Flaw in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows
CVE-2022-40682

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Fortinet
Status
Forticlientwindows
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 April 2023

Summary

An incorrect authorization vulnerability in Fortinet's FortiClient for Windows versions 6.0.0 to 7.0.7 allows attackers to execute unauthorized commands. By sending specially crafted requests to a specific named pipe, an attacker can gain control over the system and execute arbitrary code. This security flaw highlights the importance of adhering to secure coding practices and the necessity of regular updates to maintain system integrity.

Affected Version(s)

FortiClientWindows 7.0.0 <= 7.0.7

FortiClientWindows 6.4.0 <= 6.4.10

FortiClientWindows 6.2.0 <= 6.2.9

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-336

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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