CVE-2017-7342 Security feature bypass in Fortinet FortiPortal

Critical 9.8 Published 25 Mar 2019 Updated 25 Oct 2024

An attacker can execute unauthorized code or commands by exploiting a weak password recovery process via a hidden Close button in FortiPortal.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2017-7342?

CVE-2017-7342 is a critical vulnerability in Fortinet, Inc. Fortinet FortiPortal, published on 25 Mar 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A weak password recovery process vulnerability in Fortinet FortiPortal versions 4.0.0 and below allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via a hidden Close button

Weakness: CWE-20

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-7342?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Fortinet Fortiportal.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7342?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-7342 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2017-7342 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-7342 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-j6v6-8927-hv9w.