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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2023-36553

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiSIEM version 5.4.0 and 5.3.0 through 5.3.3 and 5.2.5 through 5.2.8 and 5.2.1 through 5.2.2...

Vulnerability Description

A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiSIEM version 5.4.0 and 5.3.0 through 5.3.3 and 5.2.5 through 5.2.8 and 5.2.1 through 5.2.2 and 5.1.0 through 5.1.3 and 5.0.0 through 5.0.1 and 4.10.0 and 4.9.0 and 4.7.2 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted API requests.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
FortinetFortisiem>= 5.1.0, <= 5.1.3

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-78

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-36553?

CVE-2023-36553 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') in Fortinet FortiSIEM version 5.4.0 and 5.3.0 through 5.3.3 and 5.2.5 through 5.2.8 and 5.2.1 through 5.2.2...

How severe is CVE-2023-36553?

CVE-2023-36553 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-36553?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fortinet Fortisiem.