CVE-2025-25256: OS Command Injection

Published Aug 12, 2025
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Updated

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] in Fortinet FortiSIEM version 7.3.0 through 7.3.1, 7.2.0 through 7.2.5, 7.1.0 through 7.1.7, 7.0.0 through 7.0.3 and before 6.7.9 allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted CLI requests.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=7.3.0<=7.3.1, >=7.2.0<7.2.6, >=7.1.0<7.1.8, >=7.0.0<7.0.4, <6.7.9
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=5.4.0<6.7.10
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=7.0.0<7.0.4
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=7.1.0<7.1.8
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=7.2.0<7.2.6
Fortinet FortiSIEM>=7.3.0<7.3.2

Remediation

Information

Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 7.4.0 or above Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 7.3.2 or above Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 7.2.6 or above Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 7.1.8 or above Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 7.0.4 or above Please upgrade to FortiSIEM version 6.7.10 or above

Event History

Aug 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 13, 2025
News Published
via The Register·07:15 PM
News Published
via The Register·07:20 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·08:23 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·08:24 PM
Nov 14, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·05:00 PM
Nov 18, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·07:01 PM
Nov 19, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·01:44 PM
Dec 9, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:36 PM
Jan 14, 2026
News Published
via BleepingComputer·06:51 PM
Invalid Date
News Published
via BleepingComputer·Invalid Date
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-25256?

CVE-2025-25256 has a high severity rating due to its potential for OS command injection by unauthenticated attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-25256?

To fix CVE-2025-25256, users should upgrade Fortinet FortiSIEM to the latest versions beyond 7.3.1, 7.2.5, 7.1.7, 7.0.3, or before 6.7.9.

3

Which versions of Fortinet FortiSIEM are affected by CVE-2025-25256?

CVE-2025-25256 affects Fortinet FortiSIEM versions 7.3.0 to 7.3.1, 7.2.0 to 7.2.5, 7.1.0 to 7.1.7, 7.0.0 to 7.0.3, and all versions prior to 6.7.9.

4

Can CVE-2025-25256 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-25256 can be exploited remotely by an unauthenticated attacker.

5

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-25256 classified as?

CVE-2025-25256 is classified as an OS Command Injection vulnerability, specifically due to improper neutralization of special elements.

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