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CVE-2023-45588

An external control of file name or path vulnerability [CWE-73] in FortiClientM...

High CVSS 8.2

Overview

An external control of file name or path vulnerability [CWE-73] in FortiClientMac version 7.2.3 and below, version 7.0.10 and below installer may allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via writing a malicious configuration file in /tmp before starting the installation process.

CWE: CWE-73 Published: 2025-03-14T16:15:27.570
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.

  • CVSS: 8.2 (HIGH)
  • Detected tags: rce (tag impact: VERY HIGH)

Recommended actions:

  • Patch/upgrade immediately (remote code execution).
  • Reduce exposure (WAF/segmentation), minimize attack surface.

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