CVE-2025-66178
7.2 · HIGHOverview
CVE-2025-66178 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting fortinet fortiweb. It was published on March 10, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
Technical Description
A improper neutralization of special elements used in an os command ('os command injection') vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 8.0.0 through 8.0.1, FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.5, FortiWeb 7.4.0 through 7.4.11, FortiWeb 7.2.0 through 7.2.12, FortiWeb 7.0.0 through 7.0.12 may allow an authenticated attacked to execute arbitrary commands via a specialy crafted HTTP request.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from fortinet. Update fortiweb to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| fortinet | fortiweb | >= 7.0.0, < 7.0.13 | Affected |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-66178?
CVE-2025-66178 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting fortinet fortiweb. It was published on March 10, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2025-66178?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-66178?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from fortinet. Update fortiweb to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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