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CVE-2008-0779

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

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CVE-2008-0779 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The fortimon.sys device driver in Fortinet FortiClient Host Security 3.0 MR5 Patch 3 and earlier does not properly initialize its DeviceExtension, which allows local users to access kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The fortimon.sys device driver in Fortinet FortiClient Host Security 3.0 MR5 Patch 3 and earlier does not properly initialize its DeviceExtension, which allows local users to access kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.40%

32.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
FortinetForticlient Host Security<= 3.0Mr5 Patch 3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0779?
The fortimon.sys device driver in Fortinet FortiClient Host Security 3.0 MR5 Patch 3 and earlier does not properly initialize its DeviceExtension, which allows local users to access kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.
How severe is CVE-2008-0779?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0779 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0779?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST