CVE-2023-48788
Confirmed PUBLISHEDA improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2,...
Recommended Action
Prioritize remediation. Validate affected assets and apply vendor fixes on an accelerated timeline.
At a Glance
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.
- CVE Published
- Mar 12, 2024
- Exploitation Reported
- Mar 25, 2024
- CVSS
- 9.3 Critical
- EPSS
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Affected Versions
| Vendor | Product | Version | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| fortinet |
forticlient_enterprise_management_server
|
7.2.0 to <= 7.2.2 |
Affected |
| fortinet |
forticlient_enterprise_management_server
|
7.0.1 to <= 7.0.10 |
Affected |
| fortinet |
forticlient_enterprise_management_server
|
7.2.0 to <= 7.2.2 |
Affected |
| fortinet |
forticlient_enterprise_management_server
|
7.0.1 to <= 7.0.10 |
Affected |
| Fortinet |
FortiClientEMS
|
7.2.0 to <= 7.2.2 |
Affected |
| Fortinet |
FortiClientEMS
|
7.0.1 to <= 7.0.10 |
Affected |
CVE References
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007 fortiguard.com · CVE Record https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007
Recommended Actions
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Known Exploited Vulnerability Sources
Catalogues that list this CVE as a known exploited vulnerability.
Per-source evidence links for KEV attestations are available through the KEVIntel Pro API.
Learn about Pro API access| Source | Added |
|---|---|
| CISA First | 2024-03-25 00:00 UTC |
Scanner Artifacts
Nuclei and Metasploit references linked to this CVE.
| Scanner | Reference | Detected |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclei | https://github.com/projectdiscovery/nuclei-templates/blob/main/network/cves/2023/CVE-2023-48788.yaml | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Metasploit | https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/blob/master/modules/exploits/windows/http/forticlient_ems_fctid_sqli.rb | Apr 28, 2025 |
Virtual Patch
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CVSS Scores
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:U/RC:C
Exploitation Status
Exploited in the wild
Recorded 2024-03-25 00:00:00 UTC · CISA
Used in malware
Recorded 2024-03-25 00:00:00 UTC · CISA
Proof of concept available
Recorded 2024-03-18 20:50:48 UTC · GitHub
Weaknesses (CWE)
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Scanner Integrations
| Scanner | Reference | Detected |
|---|---|---|
| Metasploit | https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/blob/master/modules/exploits/windows/http/forticlient_ems_fctid_sqli.rb | Apr 28, 2025 |
| Nuclei | https://github.com/projectdiscovery/nuclei-templates/blob/main/network/cves/2023/CVE-2023-48788.yaml | Apr 25, 2025 |
Potential Proof of Concepts
These PoCs are unverified and could contain malware. Use at your own risk.
github · Created 2024-03-18 20:50:48 UTC · 47 stars
Fortinet FortiClient EMS SQL Injection
nuclei · Created Unknown
Timeline
Key exploitation, disclosure, scanner coverage, and KEV attestation events for this CVE.
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15:02 UTC about 1 year ago15:02 UTC · about 1 year ago
Metasploit module available
Exploit module available
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00:00 UTC about 1 year ago00:00 UTC · about 1 year ago
Nuclei template available
Scanner coverage available
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00:00 UTC over 2 years ago00:00 UTC · over 2 years ago
Added to CISA KEV
Listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
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00:00 UTC over 2 years ago00:00 UTC · over 2 years ago
First public exploitation report
Exploit observed in malware
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20:50 UTC over 2 years ago20:50 UTC · over 2 years ago
Public PoC available
Public proof-of-concept code published
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15:09 UTC over 2 years ago15:09 UTC · over 2 years ago
CVE published
Vulnerability disclosed publicly
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19:58 UTC over 2 years ago19:58 UTC · over 2 years ago
CVE ID reserved
Identifier reserved by the CNA
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"epss_score": null,
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"active_exploitation_observed": false
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