CVE-2021-42759

Description

A violation of secure design principles in Fortinet Meru AP version 8.6.1 and below, version 8.5.5 and below allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted cli commands.

Category

6.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet Fortinet Meru AP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/advisory/FG-IR-21-004 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-42759?
CVE-2021-42759 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-42759?
To fix CVE-2021-42759, 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-2021-42759 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-42759 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-2021-42759?
CVE-2021-42759 affects Fortinet Fortinet Meru AP.
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