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CVE-2026-40688

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability [CWE-787] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 8.0.0 through 8.0.3, FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiWe

CVSS

7.2

High

EPSS

6.4%

p94

KEV

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Exploit Today

28

0-100

Published: Apr 14, 2026 · Last modified: Jul 24, 2026 · CWE-787

EPSS · 30d
0.9%EPSS · 30 days6.4%
2026-10-042026-10-31
Technical description

An out-of-bounds write vulnerability [CWE-787] vulnerability in Fortinet FortiWeb 8.0.0 through 8.0.3, FortiWeb 7.6.0 through 7.6.6, FortiWeb 7.4.0 through 7.4.11 may allow a remote privileged attacker to execute arbitrary code or command via crafted HTTP requests.

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