CVE-2024-31491
Fortinet
CVE-2024-31491 allows for unauthorized code execution in Fortinet FortiSandbox. This vulnerability stems from insufficient client-side enforcement of server-side security measures. Specifically, HTTP requests can be manipulated to execute arbitrary code or commands. The vulnerability affects FortiSandbox versions 4.4.0 through 4.4.4 and 4.2.0 through 4.2.6. While the CVSS score is 8.8, the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 30, suggesting a relatively lower immediate risk compared to vulnerabilities with SVRS scores above 80. However, given it is tagged as "In The Wild," active exploitation is possible, meaning patching is advisable. Successful exploitation could lead to complete system compromise. Remediation should involve applying the patches or upgrades provided by Fortinet to mitigate the security risk.
Description
CVE-2024-31491 is a client-side enforcement of server-side security vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSandbox versions 4.4.0 through 4.4.4 and 4.2.0 through 4.2.6. This vulnerability allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via HTTP requests. The CVSS score of 8.8 indicates a high severity, while the SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) of 30 suggests a moderate risk.
Key Insights
- Active Exploitation: This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, making it a critical threat to organizations using affected versions of Fortinet FortiSandbox.
- High Impact: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems, leading to data theft, system compromise, or other malicious activities.
- Widely Used Software: Fortinet FortiSandbox is a widely used security solution, increasing the potential impact of this vulnerability.
- Immediate Action Required: Organizations should prioritize patching or mitigating this vulnerability as soon as possible to prevent potential exploitation.
Mitigation Strategies
- Apply Software Updates: Install the latest security updates from Fortinet to address this vulnerability.
- Restrict Network Access: Limit access to vulnerable systems from untrusted networks or sources.
- Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF): Deploy a WAF to block malicious HTTP requests that could exploit this vulnerability.
- Monitor Network Traffic: Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity or unauthorized access attempts.
Additional Information
- Threat Actors/APT Groups: No specific threat actors or APT groups have been identified as actively exploiting this vulnerability.
- CISA Warnings: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning about this vulnerability, urging organizations to take immediate action.
- Exploit Status: Active exploits have been published for this vulnerability.
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