CVE-2021-41017
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CVE-2021-41017 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Multiple heap-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities in some web API controllers of FortiWeb 6.4.1, 6.4.0, and 6.3.0 through 6.3.15 may allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple heap-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities in some web API controllers of FortiWeb 6.4.1, 6.4.0, and 6.3.0 through 6.3.15 may allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 6.3.0, <= 6.3.15 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | 6.4.0 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | 6.4.1 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-160Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-160Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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