CVE-2023-48788
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CVE-2023-48788 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, FortiClientEMS 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 97.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, FortiClientEMS 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Forticlient Enterprise Management Server | >= 7.0.1, < 7.0.11 |
| Fortinet | Forticlient Enterprise Management Server | >= 7.2.0, < 7.2.3 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007Vendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-48788US Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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