CVE-2026-22627
Buffer Overflow in Fortinet FortiSwitchAXFixed Enables Remote Code Execution
Publication date: 2026-03-10
Last updated on: 2026-04-09
Assigner: Fortinet, Inc.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| fortinet | fortiswitchaxfixed | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.0.2 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-120 | The product copies an input buffer to an output buffer without verifying that the size of the input buffer is less than the size of the output buffer. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a classic buffer overflow caused by copying data without checking the size of the input. It affects Fortinet FortiSwitchAXFixed versions 1.0.0 through 1.0.1. An unauthenticated attacker on the same adjacent network can exploit this by sending a specially crafted LLDP packet to the device, potentially allowing them to execute unauthorized code or commands.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized code execution or command execution on the affected device. This means an attacker could take control of the device, potentially disrupting network operations, stealing sensitive information, or using the device as a foothold for further attacks.
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