Attention all Linux users! Fortinet has issued a critical security alert regarding a severe vulnerability identified as CVE-2023-45590 in FortiClientLinux. This vulnerability, with a high CVSS score of 9.4, poses a significant risk due to a nodejs configuration issue that could potentially lead to remote code execution.
What You Need to Know:
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely without requiring authentication. Affected versions include FortiClientLinux 7.2.0, 7.0.6 – 7.0.10, and 7.0.3 – 7.0.4. Fortinet has released patched versions, including 7.2.1 and 7.0.11, to address this vulnerability. Action Steps:
Immediate action is required to safeguard your systems: Update your FortiClientLinux installations to the latest patched versions without delay. Refer to Fortinet’s PSIRT advisories for detailed update instructions and best practices. Why It Matters:
Ignoring this security update could leave your systems vulnerable to exploitation by threat actors. The urgency of this update is underscored by the recent warning issued by the US cybersecurity agency CISA, emphasizing the heightened risk posed by unpatched systems.
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