CVE-2024-21758

Description

A stack-based buffer overflow in Fortinet FortiWeb versions 7.2.0 through 7.2.7, and 7.4.0 through 7.4.1 may allow a privileged user to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted CLI commands, provided the user is able to evade FortiWeb stack protections.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.4.2 or above Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.2.8 or above

Category

6.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory fortinet.com
Affected: Fortinet FortiWeb
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-458 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21758?
CVE-2024-21758 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-21758?
To fix CVE-2024-21758: Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.4.2 or above Please upgrade to FortiWeb version 7.2.8 or above
Is CVE-2024-21758 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-21758 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-2024-21758?
CVE-2024-21758 affects Fortinet FortiWeb.
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