CVE-2021-26089
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2021-26089 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper symlink following in FortiClient for Mac 6.4.3 and below may allow an non-privileged user to execute arbitrary privileged shell commands during installation phase.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An improper symlink following in FortiClient for Mac 6.4.3 and below may allow an non-privileged user to execute arbitrary privileged shell commands during installation phase.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Forticlient | <= 6.4.3 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-022Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-078/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-022Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-078/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-26089?
An improper symlink following in FortiClient for Mac 6.4.3 and below may allow an non-privileged user to execute arbitrary privileged shell commands during installation phase.
How severe is CVE-2021-26089?
CVE-2021-26089 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26089?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-26089?
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