CVE-2022-33869

Description

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerability [CWE-78] in the management interface of FortiWAN 4.0.0 through 4.5.9 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized commands via specifically crafted arguments to existing commands.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiWAN version 4.5.10 or above

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.51%
Vendor Advisory fortiguard.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiWAN
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-157 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-33869?
CVE-2022-33869 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-33869?
To fix CVE-2022-33869: Please upgrade to FortiWAN version 4.5.10 or above
Is CVE-2022-33869 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-33869 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-2022-33869?
CVE-2022-33869 affects Fortinet FortiWAN.
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