CVE-2023-45590

Description

An improper control of generation of code ('code injection') in Fortinet FortiClientLinux version 7.2.0, 7.0.6 through 7.0.10 and 7.0.3 through 7.0.4 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via tricking a FortiClientLinux user into visiting a malicious website

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiClientLinux version 7.2.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientLinux version 7.0.11 or above

Category

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.61%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiClientLinux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-087 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45590?
CVE-2023-45590 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-45590?
To fix CVE-2023-45590: Please upgrade to FortiClientLinux version 7.2.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientLinux version 7.0.11 or above
Is CVE-2023-45590 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-45590 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-45590?
CVE-2023-45590 affects Fortinet FortiClientLinux.
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