CVE-2023-27993
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2023-27993 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A relative path traversal [CWE-23] in Fortinet FortiADC version 7.2.0 and before 7.1.1 allows a privileged attacker to delete arbitrary directories from the underlying file system via crafted CLI commands.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A relative path traversal [CWE-23] in Fortinet FortiADC version 7.2.0 and before 7.1.1 allows a privileged attacker to delete arbitrary directories from the underlying file system via crafted CLI commands.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiadc | >= 5.2.0, <= 7.0.5 |
| Fortinet | Fortiadc | >= 7.1.0, < 7.1.2 |
| Fortinet | Fortiadc | 7.2.0 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-069Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-069Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-27993?
A relative path traversal [CWE-23] in Fortinet FortiADC version 7.2.0 and before 7.1.1 allows a privileged attacker to delete arbitrary directories from the underlying file system via crafted CLI commands.
How severe is CVE-2023-27993?
CVE-2023-27993 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-27993?
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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