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CVE-2021-43073

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.39%

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CVE-2021-43073 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 6.4.0, version 6.3.15 and below, version 6.2.6 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests.. EPSS estimates a 1.39% 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 6.4.0, version 6.3.15 and below, version 6.2.6 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via 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
1.39%

68.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FortinetFortiweb>= 5.8.0, < 6.2.7
FortinetFortiweb>= 6.3.0, < 6.3.17
FortinetFortiweb>= 6.4.0, < 6.4.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-43073?
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiWeb version 6.4.1 and 6.4.0, version 6.3.15 and below, version 6.2.6 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests.
How severe is CVE-2021-43073?
CVE-2021-43073 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43073?
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