SB2023021713 - Improper certificate validation in FortiProxy 



SB2023021713 - Improper certificate validation in FortiProxy

Published: February 17, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023021713
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-39948)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform MitM attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation when establishing secure connections with threat feed fabric connectors. A remote attacker can perform MitM attack on the communication channel between the affected device and remote servers hosting threat feeds.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.