CVE-2021-41019

Description

An improper validation of certificate with host mismatch [CWE-297] vulnerability in FortiOS versions 6.4.6 and below may allow the connection to a malicious LDAP server via options in GUI, leading to disclosure of sensitive information, such as AD credentials.

Category

3.5
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.09%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet Fortinet FortiOS
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-074 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-41019?
CVE-2021-41019 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-41019?
To fix CVE-2021-41019, 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-2021-41019 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-41019 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-41019?
CVE-2021-41019 affects Fortinet Fortinet FortiOS.
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