CVE-2024-54019

Description

A improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Fortinet FortiClientWindows version 7.4.0, versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.6, and 7.0 all versions allow an unauthorized attacker to redirect VPN connections via DNS spoofing or another form of redirection.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.4.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.2.7 or above

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory fortinet.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiClientWindows
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-365 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54019?
CVE-2024-54019 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-54019?
To fix CVE-2024-54019: Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.4.1 or above Please upgrade to FortiClientWindows version 7.2.7 or above
Is CVE-2024-54019 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-54019 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-2024-54019?
CVE-2024-54019 affects Fortinet FortiClientWindows.
This platform uses data from the NIST NVD, MITRE CVE, MITRE CWE, First.org and CISA KEV but is not endorsed or certified by these entities. CVE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CVE content is MITRE's CVE web site. CWE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CWE content is MITRE's CWE web site.
© 2025 Under My Watch. All Rights Reserved.