CVE-2021-26093
First published: Thu Dec 19 2024(Updated: )
An access of uninitialized pointer (CWE-824) vulnerability in FortiWLC versions 8.6.0, 8.5.3 and earlier may allow a local and authenticated attacker to crash the access point being managed by the controller by executing a crafted CLI command.
Credit: psirt@fortinet.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet FortiWLC | >=8.5.3<8.6.0 | |
| Fortinet FortiWLC | >=8.0.6<8.6.3 |
Remedy
Please upgrade to FortiWLC version 8.6.3 or above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-26093?
CVE-2021-26093 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to crash managed access points.
How do I fix CVE-2021-26093?
To mitigate CVE-2021-26093, you should update to FortiWLC version 8.6.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-26093?
CVE-2021-26093 affects users of FortiWLC versions 8.6.0, 8.5.3, and earlier.
Can CVE-2021-26093 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2021-26093 requires local and authenticated access, so it cannot be exploited remotely.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-26093?
CVE-2021-26093 is an access of uninitialized pointer vulnerability.
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