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CVE-2023-40721

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability [CWE-134] in Fortinet...

Medium CVSS 6.7

Overview

A use of externally-controlled format string vulnerability [CWE-134] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.4.0 through 7.4.1 and before 7.2.6, FortiProxy version 7.4.0 and before 7.2.7, FortiPAM version 1.1.2 and before 1.0.3, FortiSwitchManager version 7.2.0 through 7.2.2 and before 7.0.2 allows a privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code or commands via specially crafted requests.

CWE: CWE-134 Published: 2025-02-11T17:15:21.403
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 6.7 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: format_string, rce (tag impact: VERY HIGH)

Recommended actions:

  • Patch/upgrade immediately (remote code execution).
  • Reduce exposure (WAF/segmentation), minimize attack surface.

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