CVE-2022-27482

Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiADC version 7.0.0 through 7.0.1, 6.2.0 through 6.2.2, 6.1.0 through 6.1.6, 6.0.x, 5.x.x allows attacker to execute arbitrary shell code as `root` via CLI commands.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiADC version 7.0.2 or above, Please upgrade to FortiADC version 6.2.4 or above.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.24%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiADC
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-046 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-27482?
CVE-2022-27482 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-27482?
To fix CVE-2022-27482: Please upgrade to FortiADC version 7.0.2 or above, Please upgrade to FortiADC version 6.2.4 or above.
Is CVE-2022-27482 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-27482 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-2022-27482?
CVE-2022-27482 affects Fortinet FortiADC.
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