CVE-2018-1353 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager versions prior to 6.0.1 allows unauthorized access to interface configurations of vdoms not associated with the assigned adom.

Understanding CVE-2018-1353

This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in FortiManager, impacting versions 6.0.1 and below.

What is CVE-2018-1353?

The vulnerability in FortiManager versions before 6.0.1 permits a standard user with adom assignment to read interface settings of unrelated vdoms.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1353

The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to view interface configurations of vdoms not directly associated with the assigned adom, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1353

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw allows a regular user with adom assignment to access and view interface configurations of vdoms not directly associated with the assigned adom.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: FortiManager
Vendor: Fortinet, Inc.
Versions Affected: 6.0.1 and below

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized users with adom assignment can exploit the vulnerability to read interface settings of vdoms unrelated to the assigned adom.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-1353 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update FortiManager to version 6.0.1 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.
Restrict access permissions to minimize the risk of unauthorized access.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access control policies.
Conduct security training to educate users on proper data access protocols.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and apply patches promptly to address known vulnerabilities.