CVE-2025-22862: Privilege escalation in automation-stitch
An Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability [CWE-288] in FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.7, 7.2.0 through 7.2.11, 7.0.6 and above; and FortiProxy 7.6.0 through 7.6.2, 7.4.0 through 7.4.8, 7.2 all versions, 7.0.5 and above may allow an authenticated attacker to elevate their privileges via triggering a malicious Webhook action in the Automation Stitch component.
Other sources
An Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability [CWE-288] in FortiOS and FortiProxy may allow an authenticated attacker to elevate their privileges via triggering a malicious Webhook action in the Automation Stitch component.
— FortiGuard
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
FortiOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.2.12 - Upgrade
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FortiOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.4.8 - Upgrade
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FortiOSto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.6.0 - Upgrade
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FortiProxyto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.4.9 - Upgrade
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FortiProxyto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.6.3
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-22862?
CVE-2025-22862 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2025-22862?
To mitigate CVE-2025-22862, update FortiOS to version 7.4.8 or higher, or FortiProxy to version 7.4.9 or higher.
What products are affected by CVE-2025-22862?
CVE-2025-22862 affects multiple versions of FortiOS and FortiProxy.
Can CVE-2025-22862 be exploited without authentication?
CVE-2025-22862 requires authentication for exploitation, as it involves an authenticated attacker.
Is there a temporary workaround for CVE-2025-22862?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2025-22862, so updating is the recommended action.