CVE-2025-54822: Improper autorization over static files

Published Oct 14, 2025
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Updated

An improper authorization vulnerability [CWE-285] in FortiOS & FortiProxy may allow an authenticated attacker to access static files of others VDOMs via crafted HTTP or HTTPS requests.

Other sources

An improper authorization vulnerability [CWE-285] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.1, FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.8, FortiOS 7.0.0 through 7.0.11, FortiProxy 7.4.0 through 7.4.8, FortiProxy 7.2 all versions, FortiProxy 7.0 all versions, FortiProxy 2.0 all versions allows an authenticated attacker to access static files of others VDOMs via crafted HTTP or HTTPS requests.

MITRE

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.1, <7.2.8
Fortinet FortiProxy<7.4.8
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<=7.4.1
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.2.0<=7.2.8
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<=7.0.11
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.4.0<=7.4.8
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=7.0
Fortinet FortiProxy>=2.0
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.0.0<7.2.9
Fortinet FortiOS>=7.4.0<7.4.2
Fortinet FortiProxy>=2.0.0<7.4.9

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to FortiProxy version 7.6.0 or above Upgrade to FortiProxy version 7.4.9 or above Upgrade to FortiPAM version 1.4.0 or above Upgrade to FortiOS version 7.6.0 or above Upgrade to FortiOS version 7.4.2 or above Upgrade to FortiOS version 7.2.9 or above

Event History

Oct 14, 2025
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:23 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-54822?

The severity of CVE-2025-54822 is critical due to its potential to allow authenticated attackers to access unauthorized data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-54822?

To fix CVE-2025-54822, upgrade Fortinet FortiOS to version 7.4.2 or higher, or FortiProxy to version 7.4.9 or higher.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-54822?

CVE-2025-54822 affects Fortinet FortiOS versions 7.4.0 to 7.4.1 and prior to 7.2.8, as well as Fortinet FortiProxy versions before 7.4.8.

4

Can CVE-2025-54822 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-54822 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to send crafted HTTP or HTTPS requests.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-54822?

CVE-2025-54822 is categorized as an improper authorization vulnerability, specifically labeled as CWE-285.

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