CVE-2021-24016
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CVE-2021-24016 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.3/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper neutralization of formula elements in a csv file in Fortinet FortiManager version 6.4.3 and below, 6.2.7 and below allows attacker to execute arbitrary commands via crafted IPv4 field in policy name, when exported as excel file and opened unsafely on the victim host.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper neutralization of formula elements in a csv file in Fortinet FortiManager version 6.4.3 and below, 6.2.7 and below allows attacker to execute arbitrary commands via crafted IPv4 field in policy name, when exported as excel file and opened unsafely on the victim host.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortimanager | < 6.2.8 |
| Fortinet | Fortimanager | >= 6.4.0, < 6.4.4 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-190Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-190Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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