CVE-2023-23783
CVE-2023-23783 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortiweb with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-134.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.7)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (16th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-134
- Affected product: Fortinet Fortiweb
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A use of externally-controlled format string in Fortinet FortiWeb version 7.0.0 through 7.0.1, FortiWeb 6.4 all versions allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted command arguments.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-23783?
- A use of externally-controlled format string in Fortinet FortiWeb version 7.0.0 through 7.0.1, FortiWeb 6.4 all versions allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted command arguments.
- How severe is CVE-2023-23783?
- CVE-2023-23783 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.7, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-23783 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (16th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-23783?
- CVE-2023-23783 affects Fortinet Fortiweb. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-23783?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-23783 published?
- CVE-2023-23783 was published on 2023-02-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiweb:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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