CVE-2022-41328
HighExploitedPublic exploitA improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory vulnerability ('path traversal') [CWE-22] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.3, 7.0.0 through 7.0.9 and before 6.4.11 allows a privileged attacker to read and write files on the underlying Linux system via…
Published Mar 8, 2023 · Updated Oct 21, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-41328 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.1 v3.1) affecting FortiOS (Fortinet).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Mar 9, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including FortiOS <=6.0.16, FortiOS 6.0.16.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
11%
Higher than 95.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory vulnerability ('path traversal') [CWE-22] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.3, 7.0.0 through 7.0.9 and before 6.4.11 allows a privileged attacker to read and write files on the underlying Linux system via crafted CLI commands.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Mar 14, 2023 | Apr 4, 2023 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Mar 9, 2023 | Apr 4, 2023 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Mar 14, 2023 | Apr 4, 2023 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Mar 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| FortiOSFortinet | >= 7.2.0 | 6.0.16 |
Patched Releases
FortiOS
<=6.0.16
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 8, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Mar 9, 2023
Added to CISA KEV
Mar 14, 2023
Added to CIRCL KEV
Mar 14, 2023
Added to ENISA EUVD
Mar 14, 2023
Last updated
Oct 21, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
- advisoryhttps://fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-369
- advisoryhttps://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-18-232
- advisoryhttps://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-20-078
- advisoryhttps://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-21-218
- advisoryhttps://www.fortiguard.com/psirt/FG-IR-22-254
FAQ
Common Questions.
A improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory vulnerability ('path traversal') [CWE-22] in Fortinet FortiOS version 7.2.0 through 7.2.3, 7.0.0 through 7.0.9 and before 6.4.11 allows a privileged attacker to read and write files on the underlying Linux system via crafted CLI commands.
Affected: FortiOS (Fortinet) versions >= 7.2.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Mar 9, 2023.
Yes. It was added on Mar 14, 2023 with a federal remediation due date of Apr 4, 2023.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including FortiOS <=6.0.16, FortiOS 6.0.16.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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