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CVE-2017-14187: A local privilege escalation and local code execution vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 5.6.0 to 5.6.2, 5.4...

A local privilege escalation and local code execution vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 5.6.0 to 5.6.2, 5.4.0 to 5.4.8, and 5.2 and below versions allows attacker to execute unauthorized binary program contained on an USB drive plugged into a FortiGate via linking the aforementioned binary program to a command that is allowed to be run by the fnsysctl CLI command.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-14187 affects older Fortinet FortiOS releases and can let a local attacker run unauthorized code from a USB drive on a FortiGate device. The business risk is highest where physical access, removable media handling, or local administrative access is weak. Exposure is limited to FortiGate appliances running the listed FortiOS versions. The source bundle indicates local conditions and USB involvement, so internet-facing exposure is not established from the available evidence. Treat as a targeted operational risk for legacy FortiGate deployments. Prioritize remediation where devices are physically accessible to untrusted parties, shared administrators exist, or USB-based maintenance is common. Mitigation focus: Review Fortinet advisory FG-IR-17-245 for vendor-fixed versions and guidance.; Upgrade affected FortiOS versions according to Fortinet guidance.; Restrict physical access to FortiGate appliances..

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Fortinet, Inc.FortiOS5.6.0 to 5.6.2, 5.4.0 to 5.4.8, 5.2 and below versionsListed
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