CVE-2023-40716

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Dec 13, 2023
Updated: Dec 15, 2023
CWE ID 78

Summary

CVE-2023-40716 is a vulnerability affecting FortiTester versions 2.3.0 through 7.2.3. This issue involves an improper neutralization of special elements in the OS command used by the command line interpreter. An authenticated attacker can exploit this CWE-78 vulnerability by crafting specific arguments during the execute restore/backup function, potentially allowing them to execute unauthorized commands. This vulnerability poses a significant risk and requires prompt remediation by affected organizations.

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Affected Products

  • Fortinet Fortitester

Affected Vendors

  • Fortinet

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