CVE-2024-54019: forticlient — Fix

Description

A improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Fortinet FortiClientWindows version 7.4.0, versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.6, and 7.0 all versions allow an unauthorized attacker to redirect VPN connections via DNS spoofing or another form of redirection.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

4.8

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-297 CWE-297

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
fortinet	forticlient	7.0.0 — 7.2.7
fortinet	forticlient	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-365

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-54019? +

A improper validation of certificate with host mismatch in Fortinet FortiClientWindows version 7.4.0, versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.6, and 7.0 all versions allow an unauthorized attacker to redirect VPN connections via DNS spoofing or another form of redirection. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-54019? +

CVE-2024-54019 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.8 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-54019? +

CVE-2024-54019 affects products from fortinet, specifically: forticlient. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-54019? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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