CVE-2021-41018: OS Command Injection
Published Feb 2, 2022
·Updated
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiWeb version 6.4.1 and below, 6.3.15 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.2.0<6.2.7
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.3.0<6.3.16
Fortinet FortiWeb>=6.4.0<6.4.2
Event History
Feb 2, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:25 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:25 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?
The vulnerability ID of this issue is CVE-2021-41018.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-41018?
The severity of CVE-2021-41018 is critical (8.8).
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What is the affected software?
The affected software is Fortinet FortiWeb versions 6.4.1 and below, 6.3.15 and below, and 6.2.7 to 6.2.0.
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How does CVE-2021-41018 work?
CVE-2021-41018 allows an attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands by injecting them into crafted HTTP requests.
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Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-41018?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2021-41018. Please refer to the Fortinet advisory at https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-166 for more information.