# CVE-2023-48788

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.

- Page: https://www.vulneraibility.com/cve/CVE-2023-48788
- CVSS: 9.8
- Known exploited: yes, in CISA KEV since 2024-03-25; CISA due date 2024-04-15; known ransomware use
- EPSS: 98.45% (percentile 99.9)
- Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module · 1 GitHub proof of concept · 1 Nuclei template (first 2024-03-18)
- CISA SSVC: exploitation active, automatable yes, technical impact total (assessed 2024-08-16)
- Weakness: CWE-89
- Published: 2024-03-12

## Affected versions

- Fortinet FortiClientEMS: affected >= 7.2.0 and <= 7.2.2; >= 7.0.1 and <= 7.0.10

A version outside these ranges is not a statement that it is unaffected.

## References

- [other] https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007
- [other] https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-48788

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