CVE-2026-126242
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CVE-2026-126242 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A incorrect authorization vulnerability in Fortinet FortiAuthenticator 8.0.0 through 8.0.3, FortiAuthenticator 6.6.0 through 6.6.10 may allow an attacker to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access. Full impersonation however requires the attacker to obtain pre-required id and data via other means.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A incorrect authorization vulnerability in Fortinet FortiAuthenticator 8.0.0 through 8.0.3, FortiAuthenticator 6.6.0 through 6.6.10 may allow an attacker to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access. Full impersonation however requires the attacker to obtain pre-required id and data via other means.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | FortiAuthenticator | >= 8.0.0, <= 8.0.3; >= 6.6.0, <= 6.6.10 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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