MEDIUM
CVE-2023-27998
CWE-756Published: September 13, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
A lack of custom error pages vulnerability [CWE-756] in FortiPresence versions 1.2.0 through 1.2.1 and all versions of 1.1 and 1.0 may allow an unauthenticated attacker with the ability to navigate to the login GUI to gain sensitive information via navigating to specific HTTP(s) paths.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-27998 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Fortinet1 product(s)
fortipresence
Source: NVD CPE · 5 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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NVD Detail
Official NIST entry
MITRE CVE
CVE Program entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-288Vendor Advisory
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https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-288Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2023-27998
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-756
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 13, 2023
Related CVEs (CWE-756)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-27998 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.