SB2024040961 - Remote code execution in FortiClient for Linux
Published: April 9, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024040961
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) Code Injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-45590)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to dangerous node.js configuration in the FortiClient. A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website and execute arbitrary code on the system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.