CVE-2021-26097

Name: CVE-2021-26097
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-08-04T16:15:08.287+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-26097 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command vulnerability in FortiSandbox 3.2.0 through 3.2.2, 3.1.0 through 3.1.4, and 3.0.0 through 3.0.6 may allow an authenticated attacker with access to the web GUI to execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command vulnerability in FortiSandbox 3.2.0 through 3.2.2, 3.1.0 through 3.1.4, and 3.0.0 through 3.0.6 may allow an authenticated attacker with access to the web GUI to execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.17%

63.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fortinet	Fortisandbox	< 3.0.7
Fortinet	Fortisandbox	>= 3.1.0, < 3.1.5
Fortinet	Fortisandbox	>= 3.2.0, < 3.2.3

References

https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-198Vendor Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-198Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 4, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-26097?

How severe is CVE-2021-26097?

CVE-2021-26097 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-26097?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST