CVE-2021-36193
HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2021-36193 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the command line interpreter of FortiWeb before 6.4.2 may allow an authenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution via specially crafted commands.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the command line interpreter of FortiWeb before 6.4.2 may allow an authenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution via specially crafted commands.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 5.0.0, < 6.2.6 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 6.3.0, < 6.3.16 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 6.4.0, < 6.4.2 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-132Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-132Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36193?
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the command line interpreter of FortiWeb before 6.4.2 may allow an authenticated attacker to achieve arbitrary code execution via specially crafted commands.
How severe is CVE-2021-36193?
CVE-2021-36193 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-36193?
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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