CVE-2025-25257
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitAn improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.3, FortiWeb 7.4.0 through 7.4.7, FortiWeb 7.2.0 through 7.2.10, FortiWeb 7.0.0 through 7.0.10 allows an…
Published Jul 17, 2025 · Updated Feb 26, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2025-25257 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Fortiweb (Fortinet).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 11, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 100% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Fortiweb 7.0.11.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
100%
Higher than 99.9% 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
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.3, FortiWeb 7.4.0 through 7.4.7, FortiWeb 7.2.0 through 7.2.10, FortiWeb 7.0.0 through 7.0.10 allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized SQL code or commands via crafted HTTP or HTTPs requests.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Jul 18, 2025 | Aug 8, 2025 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 11, 2025 | Aug 8, 2025 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 13, 2025 | Aug 8, 2025 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Jul 18, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
35 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| FortiwebFortinet | 7.0.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.10, 7.0.2, 7.0.3, 7.0.4, 7.0.5, 7.0.6 | 7.0.11 |
Patched Releases
Fortiweb
7.0.11
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 11, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 13, 2025
Publicly disclosed
Jul 17, 2025
Added to CISA KEV
Jul 18, 2025
Added to ENISA EUVD
Jul 18, 2025
Last updated
Feb 26, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-25-151
- advisoryhttps://github.com/0xbigshaq/CVE-2025-25257
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
An improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.3, FortiWeb 7.4.0 through 7.4.7, FortiWeb 7.2.0 through 7.2.10, FortiWeb 7.0.0 through 7.0.10 allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized SQ…
Affected: Fortiweb (Fortinet) versions 7.0.0, 7.0.1, 7.0.10, 7.0.2, 7.0.3, 7.0.4, 7.0.5, 7.0.6. 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 Jul 11, 2025.
Yes. It was added on Jul 18, 2025 with a federal remediation due date of Aug 8, 2025.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Fortiweb 7.0.11.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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