Vulnerability Description
Use of a hard-coded cryptographic key to cipher sensitive data in FortiOS configuration backup file may allow an attacker with access to the backup file to decipher the sensitive data, via knowledge of the hard-coded key. The aforementioned sensitive data includes users' passwords (except the administrator's password), private keys' passphrases and High Availability password (when set).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortios | <= 5.6.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-007MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-19-007MitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2019-US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-6693?
CVE-2019-6693 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Use of a hard-coded cryptographic key to cipher sensitive data in FortiOS configuration backup file may allow an attacker with access to the backup file to decipher the sensitive data, via knowledge o...
How severe is CVE-2019-6693?
CVE-2019-6693 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-6693?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fortinet Fortios.