CVE-2023-40718 (GCVE-0-2023-40718)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2023-10-10 16:49 – Updated: 2024-09-18 19:03
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Summary
A interpretation conflict in Fortinet IPS Engine versions 7.321, 7.166 and 6.158 allows attacker to evade IPS features via crafted TCP packets.
Severity ?
6.7 (Medium)
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N/E:F/RL:O/RC:R
CWE
  • CWE-436 - Improper access control
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Impacted products
Vendor Product Version
Fortinet IPS Engine Affected: 7.321
Affected: 7.166
Affected: 6.158
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