# CVE-2023-48788: A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.

FortiClientEMS 7.2.0 through 7.2.2 and 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 are affected. The fix is in 7.2.3 or above, and the facts give no fixed version for the 7.0 branch.

- Severity: CVSS 9.3 (Critical), CNA
- Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:U/RC:C
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): yes, added 2024-03-25, remediation due 2024-04-15
- Exposure: Actively exploited
- Fixed in: 7.2.3
- Published: 2024-03-12 · Updated: 2025-10-21

## Summary

Fortinet FortiClientEMS, an endpoint management server used to control FortiClient deployments, is affected by this SQL injection flaw. An attacker who sends specially crafted requests could run unauthorized code or commands on the affected server.

Model-written summary (anthropic/claude-haiku-5.5). Verify details against the original sources.

## Affected

- Fortinet FortiClientEMS: from 7.2.0, through 7.2.2; from 7.0.1, through 7.0.10

## Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiClientEMS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, FortiClientEMS 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.

## What to do

- Check your stack: if you ship or depend on Fortinet, upgrade to a fixed version (7.2.3) per the references below.
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## FAQ

### What does this mean?

The product does not properly neutralize special characters in input used in SQL commands, which is a SQL injection flaw. The advisory says it may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands on FortiClientEMS.

Source: https://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007

### Am I affected, and how do I check?

FortiClientEMS 7.2.0 through 7.2.2 and 7.0.1 through 7.0.10 are listed as affected. To check a installed version, look at the FortiClientEMS version shown in its admin console or product information.

Source: https://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007

### What should I do about it?

Upgrade to FortiClientEMS 7.2.3 or above, as the advisory directs. The facts list no fixed version or workaround for the 7.0 branch.

Source: https://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007

### Is it being exploited?

Yes. CISA added it to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 2024-03-25, which means it has evidence of attacks. No public exploit code is tracked.

Source: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog, https://cve.now/CVE-2023-48788

## Related

- Browse: [CISA KEV entries](https://cve.now/kev.md) · [Critical entries](https://cve.now/critical.md) · [Fortinet](https://cve.now/tech/fortinet.md) · [Latest entries](https://cve.now/latest.md)

## References

- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-007

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