QID 378764

QID 378764: Fortinet FortiClient for Windows Incorrect Default Permissions Vulnerability (FG-IR-22-229)

An incorrect default permissions [CWE-276] vulnerability in FortiClient (Windows) may allow a local authenticated attacker to tamper with files in the installation folder, if FortiClient is installed in an insecure folder.

Affected Versions:
FortiClientWindows version 7.0.0 through 7.0.6
FortiClientWindows version 6.4.0 through 6.4.8

QID Detection Logic (Authenticated) :
This checks for vulnerable version of FortiClient.exe.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to tamper with files in the installation folder.

CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.5 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.6 severity.

Solution

Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version FortiClient. Please refer FG-IR-22-229 for further information.

Vendor References

FG-IR-22-229 - www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-229

CVEs related to QID 378764

CVE-2022-33877 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
FG-IR-22-229			www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-229

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