CVE-2023-48788

9.8 CRITICAL CISA KEV - Actively Exploited
Published: March 12, 2024 Modified: October 24, 2025
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Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, FortiClientEMS 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007
Source: psirt@fortinet.com
Vendor Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-48788
Source: 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
US Government Resource

3 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
9.8 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
94.2%
100th percentile
Exploitation Status
Actively Exploited
Remediation due: 2024-04-15

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-89

Affected Vendors

fortinet

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