CVE-2019-5588
UnknownEPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2019-5588 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A reflected Cross-Site-Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 6.0.0 to 6.0.4 under SSL VPN web portal may allow an attacker to execute unauthorized malicious script code via the "err" parameter of the error process HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A reflected Cross-Site-Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 6.0.0 to 6.0.4 under SSL VPN web portal may allow an attacker to execute unauthorized malicious script code via the "err" parameter of the error process HTTP requests.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortios | >= 6.0.0, <= 6.0.4 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-034Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-034Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-5588?
A reflected Cross-Site-Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 6.0.0 to 6.0.4 under SSL VPN web portal may allow an attacker to execute unauthorized malicious script code via the "err" parameter of the error process HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2019-5588?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-5588 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-5588?
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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