CVE-2024-23671: Fortinet FortiSandbox · Execute unauthorized code or commands
Affects Fortinet FortiSandboxSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.9 High.
Data as of 25 Oct 2026, 19:02 UTC
- EPSS
- 1.1% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 66% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H/E:F/RL:X/RC:CExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 9 Apr 2024
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponised: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 2026-10-25.
What to do
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiSandbox | Affected
| Fixed in– |
AI-suggested
Organizations should prioritize patching affected FortiSandbox versions as soon as Fortinet releases updates addressing CVE-2024-23671. Until patches are available, restrict network access to FortiSandbox management interfaces using firewalls and VPNs to limit exposure to trusted administrators only. Implement strict access controls and monitor HTTP request logs for unusual or malformed requests indicative of path traversal attempts. Employ network intrusion detection systems (NIDS) with signatures tuned to detect exploitation attempts targeting FortiSandbox. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability scans to identify outdated FortiSandbox instances. Additionally, consider segmenting FortiSandbox deployments from critical network assets to contain potential breaches. Engage with Fortinet support for guidance and stay informed on any emerging exploit reports or mitigation advisories.
Description
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSandbox 4.4.0 through 4.4.3, FortiSandbox 4.2.1 through 4.2.6, FortiSandbox 4.0.0 through 4.0.4 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests.