CVE-2021-22129: [FG-IR-21-023] Multiple buffer overflows in FortiMail

Published Jul 7, 2021
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Updated

Multiple instances of incorrect calculation of buffer size in FortiMail webmail and administrative interface and FortiNDR administrative interface may allow an authenticated attacker with regular webmail access to trigger a buffer overflow and to possibly execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.

Other sources

Multiple instances of incorrect calculation of buffer size in the Webmail and Administrative interface of FortiMail before 6.4.5 may allow an authenticated attacker with regular webmail access to trigger a buffer overflow and to possibly execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.

MITRE

Affected Software

4 affected components
Fortinet FortiMail<=5.4.12
Fortinet FortiMail>=5.6.1<6.0.11
Fortinet FortiMail>=6.2.0<6.2.7
Fortinet FortiMail>=6.4.0<6.4.5

Event History

Jul 7, 2021
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 9, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:26 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:26 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Mar 23, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·02:36 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-22129.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22129?

CVE-2021-22129 has a severity score of 8.8, which is considered high.

3

How does CVE-2021-22129 affect FortiMail?

CVE-2021-22129 affects FortiMail versions up to 6.4.5.

4

What is the risk of CVE-2021-22129?

CVE-2021-22129 may allow an authenticated attacker to trigger a buffer overflow and execute unauthorized code or commands.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-22129?

Yes, FortiMail version 6.4.5 includes a fix for CVE-2021-22129. It is recommended to update to this version.

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