CVE-2021-32586: Input Validation

Published Mar 1, 2022
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Updated

An improper input validation vulnerability in the web server CGI facilities of FortiMail before 7.0.1 may allow an unauthenticated attacker to alter the environment of the underlying script interpreter via specifically crafted HTTP requests.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Fortinet FortiMail<=5.4.12
Fortinet FortiMail>=6.0.0<6.0.12
Fortinet FortiMail>=6.2.0<6.2.8
Fortinet FortiMail>=6.4.0<6.4.6
Fortinet FortiMail=7.0.0

Event History

Mar 1, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-32586?

CVE-2021-32586 is an improper input validation vulnerability in the web server CGI facilities of FortiMail before 7.0.1.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-32586?

The severity of CVE-2021-32586 is critical with a severity score of 9.8.

3

How does CVE-2021-32586 affect FortiMail?

CVE-2021-32586 affects FortiMail versions 5.4.12, 6.0.0 to 6.0.12, 6.2.0 to 6.2.8, 6.4.0 to 6.4.6, and 7.0.0.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2021-32586?

CVE-2021-32586 allows an unauthenticated attacker to alter the environment of the underlying script interpreter via specifically crafted HTTP requests.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-32586?

To fix CVE-2021-32586, users should upgrade FortiMail to version 7.0.1 or later.

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