SB2016081801 - Remote code execution in FortiGate FortiOS 



SB2016081801 - Remote code execution in FortiGate FortiOS

Published: August 18, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016081801
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow in cookie parser (CVE-ID: N/A)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in cookie parser within management we interface. A remote unauthenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request containing a very long cookie, trigger buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in denial of service or complete compromise of the device.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.