SB2022101028 - Authentication bypass in Fortinet FortiSwitch Manager
Published: October 10, 2022 Updated: October 25, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2022101028
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40684)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected device.
The vulnerability exists due to missing authentication within the administrative web interface. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass authentication and compromise the affected device.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.