How severe is CVE-2022-29061?

CVE-2022-29061 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2022-29061 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-29061?

CVE-2022-29061 primarily affects Fortinet Fortisoar. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-29061?

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-2022-29061 published?

CVE-2022-29061 was published on 2022-09-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-29061

CVE-2022-29061 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortisoar with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-78
Affected product: Fortinet Fortisoar
Published: 2022-09-09
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] in Fortinet FortiSOAR before 7.2.1 allows an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP GET requests.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-29061?: An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78] in Fortinet FortiSOAR before 7.2.1 allows an authenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP GET requests.
How severe is CVE-2022-29061?: CVE-2022-29061 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-29061 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-29061?: CVE-2022-29061 primarily affects Fortinet Fortisoar. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-29061?: 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-2022-29061 published?: CVE-2022-29061 was published on 2022-09-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-156

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortisoar:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortisoar:7.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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