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CVE-2021-32587: 
Fortinet FortiManager vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

An improper access control vulnerability was identified in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer GUI interface affecting versions 7.0.0, 6.4.5 and below, 6.2.8 and below, 6.0.11 and below, and 5.6.11 and below. The vulnerability was assigned CVE-2021-32587 and was disclosed on May 11, 2021 (CVE Mitre).

Technical details

The vulnerability is classified as an improper access control issue with a CVSSv3 score of 4.2, indicating medium severity. The flaw exists in the GUI interface of FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer systems, which could allow unauthorized access to administrative user information (Fortiguard).

Impact

If exploited, this vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker with a restricted user profile to retrieve the list of administrative users of other ADOMs (Administrative Domains) and their related configuration (CVE Mitre).

Mitigation and workarounds

Fortinet has addressed this vulnerability by releasing updated versions of the affected software. Users are advised to upgrade to versions newer than those affected: FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer versions above 7.0.0, 6.4.5, 6.2.8, 6.0.11, and 5.6.11 (CERT-FR).

Additional resources

Source: This report was generated using AI

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