CVE-2024-48887
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 11.32%
Last modified
CVE-2024-48887 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A unverified password change vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSwitch GUI may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to change admin passwords via a specially crafted request. EPSS estimates a 11.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A unverified password change vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSwitch GUI may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to change admin passwords via a specially crafted request
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiswitch | >= 6.4.0, < 6.4.15 |
| Fortinet | Fortiswitch | >= 7.0.0, < 7.0.11 |
| Fortinet | Fortiswitch | >= 7.2.0, < 7.2.9 |
| Fortinet | Fortiswitch | >= 7.4.0, < 7.4.5 |
| Fortinet | Fortiswitch | 7.6.0 |
References
- https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-435Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-48887?
A unverified password change vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSwitch GUI may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to change admin passwords via a specially crafted request
How severe is CVE-2024-48887?
CVE-2024-48887 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 11.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-48887?
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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