Automated attacks on Fortinet firewalls occur silently and without causing any outages. Attackers gain access to the complete network configuration. Read on to learn why this is a serious threat and how to defend against it.
Firewalls are once again becoming a prime target for cyberattackers—and this time, without any visible outages or warning signs. Attackers have once again targeted Fortinet firewalls, using automated attacks that take place within a matter of seconds.
According to alerts from the security firm Arctic Wolf, these are not classic password-guessing attacks or massive DDoS attacks. The scenario is much more stealthy—the attacker gains access to the administration panel, creates their own account, and exports the firewall’s complete configuration.
This is precisely where the greatest risk lies. In this way, the attacker obtains a detailed map of the entire network—an overview of VPN access points, servers, security policies, and vulnerabilities. The attacker can then wait for the right moment to escalate the attack.
This is not merely a theoretical threat. The National Cyber and Information Security Agency has also reported such incidents, confirming that this is a real problem affecting our region as well.
The lesson is clear: firewalls are no longer just passive protection at the edge of the network. They have become one of the main targets of attacks—and if they fail, everything they protect is at risk.
At Top Privacy , we encounter similar situations in practice —whether it involves checking firewall configurations, setting up security measures, or resolving security incidents.
If you’re not sure whether your infrastructure is set up correctly, reaching out early can make a world of difference.
