CVE-2025-53608: XSS in LDAP server option

Published Mar 10, 2026
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Updated

An Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability [CWE-79] in FortiSandbox LDAP Server feature may allow an authenticated privileged attacker to execute code via crafted requests.

Other sources

An Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability [CWE-79] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSandbox 5.0.0 through 5.0.2, FortiSandbox 4.4.0 through 4.4.7, FortiSandbox 4.2 all versions, FortiSandbox 4.0 all versions may allow an authenticated privileged attacker to execute code via crafted requests.

— MITRE

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=5.0.0<=5.0.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.4.0<4.4.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=5.0.0<=5.0.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.4.0<=4.4.7
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.0
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.0.0<4.4.8
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=5.0.0<5.0.3

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to FortiSandbox version 5.0.3 or above Upgrade to FortiSandbox version 4.4.8 or above Fortinet remediated this issue in FortiSandbox Cloud version 5.0.5 and hence customers do not need to perform any action.

Event History

Mar 10, 2026
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:44 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:44 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53608?

CVE-2025-53608 has a severe impact as it allows authenticated privileged attackers to execute code via crafted requests due to improper neutralization of input.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-53608?

To remediate CVE-2025-53608, upgrade FortiSandbox to version 5.0.3 or later, or version 4.4.8 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2025-53608?

CVE-2025-53608 affects FortiSandbox versions 4.0.x to 5.0.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-53608?

CVE-2025-53608 is classified as a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2025-53608 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-53608 can be exploited remotely if an attacker sends crafted requests to the vulnerable FortiSandbox LDAP Server feature.

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