Executive Risk Summary
"A remote unauthenticated attacker may exploit a vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSwitch GUI to change admin passwords via a specially crafted request, potentially leading to unauthorized access and system compromise. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to network security and integrity, as an attacker could leverage it to gain control over the FortiSwitch device."
Operational Audit Arsenal
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Patch Impact Forecast
Network connectivity may be temporarily disrupted during the patching process
Internal Work Notes
Technical Intelligence & Operational Utilities • Delivered Weekly
Intelligence Sources
Scope of Impact
Original NVD Description
"A unverified password change vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSwitch GUI may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to change admin passwords via a specially crafted request"