CVE-2014-2216

CVE-2014-2216 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortios with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The FortiManager protocol service in Fortinet FortiOS before 4.3.16 and 5.0.0 before 5.0.8 on FortiGate devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-2216?
The FortiManager protocol service in Fortinet FortiOS before 4.3.16 and 5.0.0 before 5.0.8 on FortiGate devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.
How severe is CVE-2014-2216?
CVE-2014-2216 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-2216 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-2216?
CVE-2014-2216 primarily affects Fortinet Fortios. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2216?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-2216 published?
CVE-2014-2216 was published on 2014-08-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (11)

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