CVE-2023-25607
CVE-2023-25607 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Fortiadc 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)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-78
- Affected product: Fortinet Fortiadc
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78 ] in FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, 7.0.0 through 7.0.7, 6.4.0 through 6.4.11, 6.2 all versions, 6.0 all versions, FortiAnalyzer 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, 7.0.0 through 7.0.7, 6.4.0 through 6.4.11, 6.2 all versions, 6.0 all versions and FortiADC 7.1.0, 7.0.0 through 7.0.3, 6.2 all versions, 6.1 all versions, 6.0 all versions management interface may allow an authenticated attacker with at least READ permissions on system settings to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying shell due to an unsafe usage of the wordexp function.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-25607?
- An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability [CWE-78 ] in FortiManager 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, 7.0.0 through 7.0.7, 6.4.0 through 6.4.11, 6.2 all versions, 6.0 all versions, FortiAnalyzer 7.2.0 through 7.2.2, 7.0.0 through 7.0.7, 6.4.0 through 6.4.11, 6.2 all versions, 6.0 all versions and FortiADC 7.1.0, 7.0.0 through 7.0.3, 6.2 all versions, 6.1 all versions, 6.0 all versions management interface may allow an authenticated attacker with at least READ permissions on system settings to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying shell due to an unsafe usage of the wordexp function.
- How severe is CVE-2023-25607?
- CVE-2023-25607 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-2023-25607 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-25607?
- CVE-2023-25607 primarily affects Fortinet Fortiadc. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-25607?
- 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-2023-25607 published?
- CVE-2023-25607 was published on 2023-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (9)
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiadc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortiadc:7.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortianalyzer:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortianalyzer:7.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortianalyzer:7.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortimanager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortimanager:7.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortimanager:7.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:fortimanager:7.2.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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