CVE-2023-42784

Description

An improper handling of syntactically invalid structure in Fortinet FortiWeb at least verions 7.4.0 through 7.4.6 and 7.2.0 through 7.2.10 and 7.0.0 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via HTTP/S crafted requests.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.6.0 or above

Category

5.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: Fortinet FortiWeb
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-115

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42784?
CVE-2023-42784 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-42784?
To fix CVE-2023-42784: Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.6.0 or above
Is CVE-2023-42784 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-42784 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-2023-42784?
CVE-2023-42784 affects Fortinet FortiWeb.
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