CVE-2017-14189

An improper access control vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWebManager 5.8.0 allows anyone that can access the admin webUI to successfully log-in regardless the…

published November 29, 2017

CVSS
β€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An access control misfire means anyone can stroll into Fortinet FortiWebManager 5.8.0, no password needed! πŸ”₯ Think of it like an open invitation at a high-security gala where everyone gets in without a ticket – a surefire recipe for chaos! This vulnerability could allow any intruder to log in as an admin, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data exposure, or even system manipulation. The consequences could be devastating for any organization relying on this security management tool!

Put simply

Think of it like an open invitation at a high-security gala where everyone gets in without a ticket – a surefire recipe for chaos! The flaw exists because the system incorrectly validates login credentials, allowing unauthorized users to gain admin-level access through the web interface.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow any intruder to log in as an admin, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data exposure, or even system manipulation. The consequences could be devastating for any organization relying on this security management tool! Immediately restrict access to the admin webUI to trusted IP addresses, and consider updating to a patched version if available. Regular audits and monitoring of access logs should be performed to catch any suspicious activity. πŸ›‘οΈ This is fixable! Follow these steps, and you'll boost your security posture in no time! πŸ’ͺπŸ˜„

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02780 Β· 86.3th percentile
Published
2017-11-29T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 NOV 19:00Z
    An improper access control vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWebManager 5.8.0 allows anyone that can access the admin webUI to successfully log-in regardless the…
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