CVE-2026-126256
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CVE-2026-126256 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 8.0.0 through 8.0.1, FortiOS 7.6.0 through 7.6.7, FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.12, FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.13 may allow a remote privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code or command via crafted paquets.. EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 8.0.0 through 8.0.1, FortiOS 7.6.0 through 7.6.7, FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.12, FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.13 may allow a remote privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code or command via crafted paquets.
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Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | FortiOS | >= 8.0.0, <= 8.0.1; >= 7.6.0, <= 7.6.7; >= 7.4.0, <= 7.4.12; >= 7.2.0, <= 7.2.13 |
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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