Vulnerability Description
An improper certificate validation vulnerability [CWE-295] in FortiPortal version 7.4.0, version 7.2.4 and below, version 7.0.8 and below, version 6.0.15 and below when connecting to a FortiManager device, a FortiAnalyzer device, or an SMTP server may allow an unauthenticated attacker in a Man-in-the-Middle position to intercept on and tamper with the encrypted communication channel established between the FortiPortal and those endpoints.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiportal | >= 6.0.0, < 7.0.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-155Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-40590?
CVE-2024-40590 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). An improper certificate validation vulnerability [CWE-295] in FortiPortal version 7.4.0, version 7.2.4 and below, version 7.0.8 and below, version 6.0.15 and below when connecting to a FortiManager de...
How severe is CVE-2024-40590?
CVE-2024-40590 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-40590?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fortinet Fortiportal.