CVE-2025-53844

High

Description

A out-of-bounds write vulnerability in Fortinet FortiOS 7.6.0 through 7.6.3, FortiOS 7.4.0 through 7.4.8, FortiOS 7.2.0 through 7.2.11 allows attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specially crafted packets.

SeverityHigh
CVSS8.8
Exploit probability—
ProductFortinet Fortios
PublishedMay 12, 2026
First seenMay 12, 2026

How to fix

Update
  • fortinet fortios7.2.12, 7.4.9, 7.6.4 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
fortinet fortios7.2.0 ≤ v < 7.2.12, 7.4.0 ≤ v < 7.4.9, 7.6.0 ≤ v < 7.6.47.2.12, 7.4.9, 7.6.4

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