7.4
CWE
77
Advisory Published
Updated

FG-IR-21-148: Arbitrary command execution because of missing CLI input sanitization

First published: Tue Feb 01 2022(Updated: )

An improper neutralization of special elements used in a command vulnerability ('Command Injection') [CWE-77] in FortiExtender may allow an authenticated user to raise its privileges to admin user via crafted arguments of the execute CLI command.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Fortinet FortiExtender Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of FG-IR-21-148?

    The severity of FG-IR-21-148 is high due to its potential to allow privilege escalation for authenticated users.

  • How do I fix FG-IR-21-148?

    To fix FG-IR-21-148, it is recommended to update FortiExtender to the latest firmware version provided by Fortinet.

  • Who is affected by FG-IR-21-148?

    All authenticated users of FortiExtender are potentially affected by FG-IR-21-148.

  • What type of vulnerability is FG-IR-21-148?

    FG-IR-21-148 is classified as a command injection vulnerability.

  • What can FG-IR-21-148 allow an attacker to do?

    FG-IR-21-148 can allow an authenticated attacker to escalate their privileges to that of an admin user.

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