CVE-2021-42760

Name: CVE-2021-42760
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-12-08T12:15:07.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.93%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-42760 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiWLM version 8.6.1 and below allows attacker to disclose sensitive information from DB tables via crafted requests.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') in Fortinet FortiWLM version 8.6.1 and below allows attacker to disclose sensitive information from DB tables via crafted 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

0.93%

56.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fortinet	Fortiwlm	<= 8.6.1

References

https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-129Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-129Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-42760?

How severe is CVE-2021-42760?

CVE-2021-42760 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-42760?

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