Is CVE-2023-48788 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2023-48788 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2023-48788 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2023-48788 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-48788?

CVE-2023-48788 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2023-48788

Published: March 25, 2024

EPSS:94.17%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

Fortinet FortiClient EMS contains a SQL injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands as SYSTEM via specifically crafted requests.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Fortinet FortiClient EMS SQL Injection Vulnerability

Fortinet FortiClient EMS contains a SQL injection vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands as SYSTEM via specifically crafted requests.

Added to KEV: 2024-03-25Federal patch deadline: 2024-04-15⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Risk Analysis

Fortinet FortiClient EMS is vulnerable to SQL injection, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands as SYSTEM via specially crafted requests. The very high EPSS score of 0.94172 indicates a strong likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. This vulnerability is confirmed to be actively exploited.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's KEV catalog. The ability for an unauthenticated attacker to execute commands as SYSTEM remotely makes this a severe threat.

Recommended Action

Apply all available patches and updates for Fortinet FortiClient EMS immediately. Implement robust input validation and regularly audit database access logs.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2023-48788 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2023-48788 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.