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CVE-2024-55591

Published: March 18, 2026 · Source: National Vulnerability Database (NVD)

⚡ AI Threat Assessment

CVE-2024-55591 is a FortiOS/FortiProxy authentication bypass exploited in the wild to create super-admin accounts and compromise firewall configurations. Upgrade to FortiOS 7.0.17+ immediately. Disable HTTP/HTTPS admin access from the internet as a compensating control. Review admin accounts for unauthorized additions.

📋 Official Description

FortiOS and FortiProxy Authentication Bypass Vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to gain super-admin privileges via WebSocket.

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