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6.1

FortiManager could let attackers gain admin rights

CVE-2026-106171 · published 22 days ago
Summary

Versions of FortiManager (8.0.0, 7.6.0-7.6.6, and FortiManager Cloud 7.6.2-7.6.6) can be tricked into running commands they shouldn't. An attacker who sends specially crafted network packets could increase their privileges on the system. Apply the vendor's security patches or upgrade to a fixed version as soon as possible.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
fortinet fortimanager 8.0.0
fortinet fortimanager cloud <= 7.6.6
Original advisory text
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 8.0.0, FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiManager Cloud 7.6.2...
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiManager 8.0.0, FortiManager 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiManager Cloud 7.6.2 through 7.6.6 may allow attacker to escalation of privilege via specially crafted packets
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker full control
Severity
6.1 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-78OS Command Injection
Timeline
Published13 Oct 2026
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen13 Oct 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-106171 · NVD
CVE-2026-106171 · MITRE
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