CVE-2021-26096

Description

Multiple instances of heap-based buffer overflow in the command shell of FortiSandbox before 4.0.0 may allow an authenticated attacker to manipulate memory and alter its content by means of specifically crafted command line arguments.

Category

6.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.53%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet Fortinet FortiSandbox
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-20-188 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-26096?
CVE-2021-26096 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-26096?
To fix CVE-2021-26096, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-26096 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-26096 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-26096?
CVE-2021-26096 affects Fortinet Fortinet FortiSandbox.
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