CVE-2023-28001

Description

An insufficient session expiration in Fortinet FortiOS 7.0.0 - 7.0.12 and 7.2.0 - 7.2.4 allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via reusing the session of a deleted user in the REST API.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.0 or above

Category

4.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-028 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-28001?
CVE-2023-28001 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-28001?
To fix CVE-2023-28001: Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.0 or above
Is CVE-2023-28001 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-28001 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-2023-28001?
CVE-2023-28001 affects Fortinet FortiOS.
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