CVE-2017-7342

Description

A weak password recovery process vulnerability in Fortinet FortiPortal versions 4.0.0 and below allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via a hidden Close button

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.43%
Third-Party Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet, Inc. Fortinet FortiPortal
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-17-114 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7342?
CVE-2017-7342 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-7342?
To fix CVE-2017-7342, 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-2017-7342 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-7342 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-2017-7342?
CVE-2017-7342 affects Fortinet, Inc. Fortinet FortiPortal.
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