CVE-2016-8492

Description

The implementation of an ANSI X9.31 RNG in Fortinet FortiGate allows attackers to gain unauthorized read access to data handled by the device via IPSec/TLS decryption.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.38%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94480 vdb entry third party advisory
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-16-067 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8492?
CVE-2016-8492 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-8492?
To fix CVE-2016-8492, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-8492 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2016-8492 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-8492?
CVE-2016-8492 affects Fortinet Fortinet FortiGate.
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