SB2024020902 - Remote code execution in FortiOS fgfmd



SB2024020902 - Remote code execution in FortiOS fgfmd

Published: February 9, 2024 Updated: December 13, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024020902
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) Format string error (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-23113)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a format string error within the fgfmd communication daemon. A remote non-authenticated attacker can send specially crafted requests to the device and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.