CVE-2023-27995

Name: CVE-2023-27995
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-04-11T17:15:08.197+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-27995 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper neutralization of special elements used in a template engine vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSOAR 7.3.0 through 7.3.1 allows an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted payload.. EPSS estimates a 1.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in a template engine vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSOAR 7.3.0 through 7.3.1 allows an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted payload.

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

1.14%

62.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1336

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Fortinet	Fortisoar	>= 7.3.0, < 7.3.2

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-051Vendor Advisory
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-051Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 11, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-27995?

How severe is CVE-2023-27995?

CVE-2023-27995 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-27995?

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