CVE-2024-35279

Description

A stack-based buffer overflow [CWE-121] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.2.4 through 7.2.8 and version 7.4.0 through 7.4.4 allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via crafted UDP packets through the CAPWAP control, provided the attacker were able to evade FortiOS stack protections and provided the fabric service is running on the exposed interface.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiAuthenticator version 7.0.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.6.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.5 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.9 or above

Category

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Affected: Fortinet FortiOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-35279?
CVE-2024-35279 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-35279?
To fix CVE-2024-35279: Please upgrade to FortiAuthenticator version 7.0.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.6.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.5 or above Please upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.9 or above
Is CVE-2024-35279 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-35279 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-2024-35279?
CVE-2024-35279 affects Fortinet FortiOS.
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