High · published October 14, 2025
⚡ A local authenticated attacker can hijack system commands with just a crafted CLI command! Think of it like a kitchen where the chef can just ask the server to whip up any dish without checking the recipe – if the chef doesn’t follow the guidelines, things can get chaotic and even ruin the menu! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary system commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system control! If attackers manage to get in, they could run wild, causing absolutely devastating damage to your infrastructure.
Think of it like a kitchen where the chef can just ask the server to whip up any dish without checking the recipe – if the chef doesn’t follow the guidelines, things can get chaotic and even ruin the menu! This vulnerability in FortiOS allows an attacker with local access to execute system commands by sending specially crafted commands through the command-line interface (CLI). The flaw lies in how FortiOS processes these commands, failing to enforce proper restrictions.
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary system commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete system control! If attackers manage to get in, they could run wild, causing absolutely devastating damage to your infrastructure. To safeguard against this vulnerability, upgrade to FortiOS version 7.6.1 or later. It’s also wise to review your access controls and ensure that only trusted users have local access to the systems. Stay vigilant! You've got this! With these steps, you'll be well on your way to securing your system! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| fortinet/fortios | ≥ 6.4.0, < 7.0.16 | 7.0.16 |
| fortinet/fortios | ≥ 7.2.0, < 7.2.11 | 7.2.11 |
| fortinet/fortios | ≥ 7.4.0, < 7.4.6 | 7.4.6 |
| fortinet/fortios | all versions | — |