CVE-2019-5589
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CVE-2019-5589 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An Unsafe Search Path vulnerability in FortiClient Online Installer (Windows version before 6.0.6) may allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker with control over the directory in which FortiClientOnlineInstaller.exe resides to execute arbitrary code on the system via uploading malicious .dll files in that directory.. EPSS estimates a 2.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An Unsafe Search Path vulnerability in FortiClient Online Installer (Windows version before 6.0.6) may allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker with control over the directory in which FortiClientOnlineInstaller.exe resides to execute arbitrary code on the system via uploading malicious .dll files in that directory.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Forticlient | < 6.0.6 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-060Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-060Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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