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4.8

FortiOS policy global-label can run attacker code

CVE-2017-3128 · published 9 years ago
Summary

FortiOS allows a specially crafted policy label to store malicious script code, which can then run in the browser of anyone who views the affected page. This could let an attacker steal data or perform actions as the logged‑in user. Apply the latest FortiOS update and ensure input validation on policy labels to close the issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
fortinet fortios 5.0.0
5.0.1
5.0.2
5.0.3
5.0.4
5.0.5
5.0.6
5.0.7
5.0.8
5.0.9
5.0.10
5.0.11
14 more version ranges
cpe:2.3:o:fortinet:fortios:5.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
A stored XSS (Cross-Site-Scripting) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS allows attackers to execute unauthorized code or commands via the policy global-label parameter.
A stored XSS (Cross-Site-Scripting) vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS allows attackers to execute unauthorized code or commands via the policy global-label parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
4.8 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published23 May 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-3128 · NVD
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