CVE-2025-53679: OS command injection in GUI backup options

Published Dec 9, 2025
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Updated

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiSandbox GUI may allow an authenticated privileged attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP or HTTPS requests.

Other sources

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] 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, FortiSandbox Cloud 24.1, FortiSandbox Cloud 23 all versions allows a remote privileged attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP or HTTPS 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 Cloud=4
Fortinet FortiSandbox Cloud>=23
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=4.0.0<4.4.8
Fortinet FortiSandbox>=5.0.0<5.0.3
Fortinet FortiSandbox Cloud>=23.1.4245<23.4.4374
Fortinet FortiSandbox Cloud=24.1.4436

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 24.2 (not released) and hence customers do not need to perform any action.

Event History

Dec 9, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:19 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53679?

CVE-2025-53679 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote privileged attackers to execute unauthorized commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-53679?

To fix CVE-2025-53679, update Fortinet FortiSandbox to version 5.0.3 or above, or to version 4.4.8 or above.

3

Which versions of Fortinet FortiSandbox are affected by CVE-2025-53679?

Versions 5.0.0 to 5.0.2 and versions before 4.4.7 of Fortinet FortiSandbox are affected by CVE-2025-53679.

4

Can CVE-2025-53679 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-53679 can be exploited remotely by privileged attackers through crafted HTTP requests.

5

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-53679?

CVE-2025-53679 is an OS Command Injection vulnerability, which is a type of improper neutralization of special elements.

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