CVE-2026-21643 (GCVE-0-2026-21643)
Vulnerability from cvelistv5
Published
2026-02-06 08:24
Modified
2026-04-14 03:55
CWE
  • CWE-89 - Execute unauthorized code or commands
Summary
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an sql command ('sql injection') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientEMS 7.4.4 may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted HTTP requests.
Impacted products
Vendor Product Version
Fortinet FortiClientEMS Version: 7.4.4
    cpe:2.3:a:fortinet:forticlientems:7.4.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
Data from the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog

Date added: 2026-04-13

Due date: 2026-04-16

Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Used in ransomware: Unknown

Notes: https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-25-1142 ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-21643

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