CVE-2019-6695 : What You Need to Know

Fortinet FortiManager VM application images of versions 6.2.0, 6.0.6, and earlier lack a mechanism for verifying the integrity of the root file system, potentially allowing attackers to insert unauthorized software.

Understanding CVE-2019-6695

Fortinet FortiManager VM application images are vulnerable to unauthorized code execution due to a lack of root file system integrity checking.

What is CVE-2019-6695?

The vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager VM application images of versions 6.2.0, 6.0.6, and below may enable attackers to implant third-party programs by recreating the image through specific methods.

The Impact of CVE-2019-6695

Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to insert unauthorized software into the image during the recreation process.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-6695

Fortinet FortiManager VM application images are affected by this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Lack of root file system integrity checking in Fortinet FortiManager VM application images of versions 6.2.0, 6.0.6, and below.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Fortinet FortiManager
Versions affected: FortiManager all versions below 6.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by employing specific techniques during the image recreation process.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Fortinet FortiManager to version 6.2.1 or above to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor for any unauthorized changes in the FortiManager VM application images. Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly review and update security policies and procedures.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the attack surface. Patch and Updates
Apply patches and updates provided by Fortinet to address this vulnerability.