SB2023061316 - MitM attack in FortiOS and FortiProxy 



SB2023061316 - MitM attack in FortiOS and FortiProxy

Published: June 13, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023061316
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper Certificate Validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-29175)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform MitM attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper certificate validation when connecting to a remote FortiGuard's map server. A remote attacker can perform MitM attack and access or alter sensitive data.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.