CVE-2019-6693
Description
Use of a hard-coded cryptographic key to cipher sensitive data in FortiOS configuration backup file may allow an attacker with access to the backup file to decipher the sensitive data, via knowledge of the hard-coded key. The aforementioned sensitive data includes users' passwords (except the administrator's password), private keys' passphrases and High Availability password (when set).
How to fix
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
CISA due date: Jul 16, 2025Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| fortinet fortios | v ≤ 5.6.10, 6.0.0 ≤ v ≤ 6.0.6, 6.2.0 | — |
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