CVE-2026-126261

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.78%

Last modified

CVE-2026-126261 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A improper authorization vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 8.0.0, FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.7, FortiManager 7.4.0 through 7.4.5, FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.8 may allow an unauthenticated attacker that can reach the FGFM port to execute code or commands via crafted FGFM packets.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A improper authorization vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 8.0.0, FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.7, FortiManager 7.4.0 through 7.4.5, FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.8 may allow an unauthenticated attacker that can reach the FGFM port to execute code or commands via crafted FGFM packets.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.78%

56.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
FortinetFortiManager8.0.0; >= 7.6.0, <= 7.6.7; >= 7.4.0, <= 7.4.5; >= 7.2.0, <= 7.2.8

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Awaiting Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-126261?
A improper authorization vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 8.0.0, FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.7, FortiManager 7.4.0 through 7.4.5, FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.8 may allow an unauthenticated attacker that can reach the FGFM port to execute code or commands via crafted FGFM packets.
How severe is CVE-2026-126261?
CVE-2026-126261 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-126261?
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