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CVE-2023-27997 - Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy SSL-VPN Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Project:Fortinet

Product:FortiOS and FortiProxy SSL-VPN

Date Added:2023-06-13Due Date:2023-07-04

Vulnerability Name

Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy SSL-VPN Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Description

Fortinet FortiOS and FortiProxy SSL-VPN contain a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability which can allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute code or commands via specifically crafted requests.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Known

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

https://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-097

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-27997

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