Fortinet Releases Security Advisory

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Fortinet Releases Security Advisory [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/08/22/Fortinet-Releases-Security-Advisory ] 08/22/2016 04:36 PM EDT 
Original release date: August 22, 2016

Fortinet has released a security advisory to highlight a vulnerability in versions of FortiGate firmware that were 
released before August 2012. Exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to take control of an 
affected system. Using unpatched software increases risks from viruses and other security threats, and attackers may 
target vulnerabilities for months or even years after patches are available.

US-CERT encourages users and administrators to review the Fortinet Advisory [ 
http://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-16-023 ] and apply the necessary update. See US-CERT Security Tip on Understanding 
Patches [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST04-006 ] for more information.

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