CVE-2026-126151
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CVE-2026-126151 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A incorrect implementation of authentication algorithm vulnerability in Fortinet FortiMail 8.0.0 through 8.0.1, FortiMail 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiMail 7.4.0 through 7.4.8, FortiMail 7.2 all versions may allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to gain elevation of privilege (account takeover) via a crafted request.. EPSS estimates a 0.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A incorrect implementation of authentication algorithm vulnerability in Fortinet FortiMail 8.0.0 through 8.0.1, FortiMail 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiMail 7.4.0 through 7.4.8, FortiMail 7.2 all versions may allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to gain elevation of privilege (account takeover) via a crafted request.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | FortiMail | >= 8.0.0, <= 8.0.1; >= 7.6.0, <= 7.6.6; >= 7.4.0, <= 7.4.8; >= 7.2.0, <= 7.2.9 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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