Fortinet Fiasco: The Authentication Bypass Boogie of 2022!
Fortinet FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager 7.2.0 are vulnerable to an authentication bypass exploit. This module uses Metasploit to sneak past security like a ninja in slippers, adding a sneaky SSH key to gain unauthorized access. It’s like leaving your house key under the mat for hackers!
Hot Take:
If you thought getting past Fort Knox was tough, then you clearly haven’t tried Fortinet’s FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager. This trio of digital guardians seems to have a soft spot for anyone with a knack for bypassing authentication. Forget the Trojan horse—just bring your SSH key!
Key Points:
- The authentication bypass vulnerability affects Fortinet’s FortiOS, FortiProxy, and FortiSwitchManager.
- Exploitation allows unauthorized access to accounts and addition of SSH keys.
- The exploit was authored by cybersecurity experts Zach Hanley and Heyder Andrade.
- The vulnerability is identified by CVE-2022-40684.
- Successful exploitation leads to remote code execution on the system.
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