SB2017120108 - Authentication bypass in FortiWebManager



SB2017120108 - Authentication bypass in FortiWebManager

Published: December 1, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017120108
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-14189)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in web UI of Fortinet FortiWebManager. A remote attacker can login as administrator with arbitrary password.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.