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9.4
CVE-2026-106173: FortiSIEM 7.5.0 can be tricked into running code
CVE-2026-106173 · published today
Summary
FortiSIEM version 7.5.0 does not properly restrict where files can be accessed, so a skilled attacker could send specially crafted network data to make the system read or write outside its intended folders. This could let the attacker run commands or install malicious software on the server. Apply the vendor's update or patch as soon as possible and limit network access to the system until it is fixed.
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
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| fortinet | fortisiem | 7.5.0 |
Original advisory text
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSIEM 7.5.0 may allow attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially ...
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory ('path traversal') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiSIEM 7.5.0 may allow attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.
Internet-facing
3 days
Internal
60 days
- Not known to be exploited
- Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
- Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.4
Critical
Type
CWE-22Path Traversal
Timeline
Published13 Oct 2026
Updated14 Oct 2026
First seen13 Oct 2026
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