Vulnerability Description
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiADC 5.x all versions, 6.0 all versions, 6.1 all versions, 6.2.0 through 6.2.4, 7.0.0 through 7.0.3, 7.1.0; FortiDDoS 4.x all versions, 5.0 all versions, 5.1 all versions, 5.2 all versions, 5.3 all versions, 5.4 all versions, 5.5 all versions, 5.6 all versions and FortiDDoS-F 6.4.0, 6.3.0 through 6.3.3, 6.2.0 through 6.2.2, 6.1.0 through 6.1.4 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized commands via specifically crafted arguments to existing commands.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet | Fortiadc | >= 5.0.0, < 6.2.5 |
| Fortinet | Fortiddos | >= 4.0.0, < 5.7.0 |
| Fortinet | Fortiddos-F | >= 6.1.0, < 6.1.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-335Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-335Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-40679?
CVE-2022-40679 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiADC 5.x all versions, 6.0 all versions, 6.1 all versions, 6.2.0 through 6.2.4, 7.0.0 through 7.0.3, ...
How severe is CVE-2022-40679?
CVE-2022-40679 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-40679?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fortinet Fortiadc, Fortinet Fortiddos, Fortinet Fortiddos-F.