CVE-2026-25689
Argument Injection in Fortinet FortiDeceptor Allows Sensitive File Deletion
Publication date: 2026-03-10
Last updated on: 2026-03-13
Assigner: Fortinet, Inc.
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| fortinet | fortideceptor | From 4.0.0 (inc) to 6.0.3 (inc) |
| fortinet | fortideceptor | 6.2.0 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-88 | The product constructs a string for a command to be executed by a separate component in another control sphere, but it does not properly delimit the intended arguments, options, or switches within that command string. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an improper neutralization of argument delimiters, also known as 'argument injection', in Fortinet FortiDeceptor versions 4.0 through 6.2.0. It allows a privileged attacker with a super-admin profile and command line interface (CLI) access to execute crafted HTTP requests that can delete sensitive files.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can impact you by allowing a privileged attacker to delete sensitive files on the affected FortiDeceptor system. This could lead to loss of critical data or disruption of security deception capabilities, potentially compromising the security posture of your environment.
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