CVE-2023-44247

Description

A double free vulnerability [CWE-415] in Fortinet FortiOS before 7.0.0 may allow a privileged attacker to execute code or commands via crafted HTTP or HTTPs requests.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.0.0 or above

Category

6.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.20%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-195 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-44247?
CVE-2023-44247 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-44247?
To fix CVE-2023-44247: Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.0.0 or above
Is CVE-2023-44247 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-44247 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-2023-44247?
CVE-2023-44247 affects Fortinet FortiOS.
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