CVE-2021-36178
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.59%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36178 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A insufficiently protected credentials in Fortinet FortiSDNConnector version 1.1.7 and below allows attacker to disclose third-party devices credential information via configuration page lookup.. EPSS estimates a 0.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A insufficiently protected credentials in Fortinet FortiSDNConnector version 1.1.7 and below allows attacker to disclose third-party devices credential information via configuration page lookup.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortisdnconnector | < 1.1.8 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-183Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-183Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36178?
A insufficiently protected credentials in Fortinet FortiSDNConnector version 1.1.7 and below allows attacker to disclose third-party devices credential information via configuration page lookup.
How severe is CVE-2021-36178?
CVE-2021-36178 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36178?
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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