A UNIX symbolic link (Symlink) following vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientLinux 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, FortiClientLinux 7.2.2 through 7.2.12 may allow a local and unprivileged user to escalate their privileges to root.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Local
Requires local access
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Privileges Required
Low
Basic privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service
CVSS Vector v3.1
Weakness Type (CWE)
Vulnerable Products 2
| Configuration | From (including) | Up to (excluding) |
|---|---|---|
|
Fortinet Forticlient
cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:forticlient:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
|
7.2.2
|
7.2.13
|
|
Fortinet Forticlient
cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:forticlient:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
|
7.4.0
|
7.4.5
|