CVE-2021-41018
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CVE-2021-41018 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiWeb version 6.4.1 and below, 6.3.15 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 3.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiWeb version 6.4.1 and below, 6.3.15 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via 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 | >= 6.2.0, < 6.2.7 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 6.3.0, < 6.3.16 |
| Fortinet | Fortiweb | >= 6.4.0, < 6.4.2 |
References
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-166Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-166Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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