CVE-2025-53379: High severity Fortinet FortiAuthenticator vulnerability

Published Jul 14, 2026
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Updated

A out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Fortinet FortiAuthenticator 6.6.0 through 6.6.2, FortiAuthenticator 6.5 all versions may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to retrieve sensitive information via a specially crafted request.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator>=6.6.0<=6.6.2
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator=6.5
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator>=6.5.0<=6.5.7
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator>=6.6.0<=6.6.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Fortinet FortiAuthenticator to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.3

Event History

Jul 14, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:13 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53379?

The severity of CVE-2025-53379 is classified as high with a score of 7.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-53379?

To fix CVE-2025-53379, upgrade to FortiAuthenticator version 6.6.3 or later, or apply any available patches provided by Fortinet.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-53379?

CVE-2025-53379 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that affects Fortinet FortiAuthenticator.

4

Can CVE-2025-53379 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-53379 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated attackers.

5

What information can be leaked due to CVE-2025-53379?

CVE-2025-53379 may allow attackers to retrieve sensitive information from the FortiAuthenticator.

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