CVE-2024-55597

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.53%

Last modified

CVE-2024-55597 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.0.0 through 7.6.0 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.0.0 through 7.6.0 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1
7.2/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability
0.53%

41.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FortinetFortiweb>= 7.0.0, < 7.4.6
FortinetFortiweb7.6.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-55597?
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') in Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.0.0 through 7.6.0 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.
How severe is CVE-2024-55597?
CVE-2024-55597 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-55597?
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