CVE-2022-22301

Description

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiAP-C console 5.4.0 through 5.4.3, 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized commands by running CLI commands with specifically crafted arguments.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.19%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet Fortinet FortiAP-C
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-227 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-22301?
CVE-2022-22301 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-22301?
To fix CVE-2022-22301, 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-2022-22301 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-22301 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-2022-22301?
CVE-2022-22301 affects Fortinet Fortinet FortiAP-C.
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