CVE-2022-22301
CVE-2022-22301 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortiap-c with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (20th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Fortinet Fortiap-c
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiAP-C console 5.4.0 through 5.4.3, 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized commands by running CLI commands with specifically crafted arguments.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-22301?
- An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiAP-C console 5.4.0 through 5.4.3, 5.2.0 through 5.2.1 may allow an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized commands by running CLI commands with specifically crafted arguments.
- How severe is CVE-2022-22301?
- CVE-2022-22301 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-22301 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (20th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-22301?
- CVE-2022-22301 primarily affects Fortinet Fortiap-c. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-22301?
- 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-2022-22301 published?
- CVE-2022-22301 was published on 2022-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (6)
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiap-c:5.4.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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