As a leading IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), we are always focused on ensuring the highest security standards for our customers. In this blog article, we would like to inform you of an essential security patch required for Fortigate firewalls. This patch is critical to ensure the security of your network infrastructure.
CVE-2023-27997: A critical vulnerability
Recently, CVE-2023-27997, a critical external code execution (RCE) vulnerability, was discovered in Fortigate firewalls. This vulnerability is specifically related to the SSL VPN functionality and could potentially be exploited by an attacker without requiring authentication. However, the team of security experts at Fortinet responded quickly and fixed the issue in the latest versions of FortiOS.
Importance of the security patch
To protect your network from potential threats, we strongly recommend taking immediate action by applying the required security patch. The patch is available in the following FortiOS versions: 7.2.5, 7.0.12, 6.4.13, 6.2.15 and even 6.0.17, despite the fact that official support for this version was previously discontinued.
Our commitment to your security
As your trusted IT MSP provider, we want to let you know that we are taking proactive steps to protect your network. Our security specialists will apply the required security patch to the firewalls using the SSL-VPN Technology tonight at 7:00 pm. This will allow us to work together to ensure the security of your infrastructure and minimize potential risks.
Impact of on-time patching
It is important to note that malicious actors have been known to analyze patches and develop exploits based on the differences between older and newer versions. By applying the security patch in a timely manner, we minimize the chance of potential security breaches and maintain a secure environment for your business operations.
If you have any questions or need further support, please do not hesitate to contact our team of experts. We are ready to help and reassure you during this patching process.