CVE-2025-53680: Command injection in CLI

Published May 12, 2026
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Updated

An improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ("OS Command Injection") vulnerability [CWE-78] in FortiAP, FortiAP-U & FortiAP-W2 CLI may allow an authenticated privileged attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted CLI requests.

Affected Software

11 affected componentsFixes available
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.6.0<=7.6.2
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.4.0<=7.4.5
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.2
Fortinet FortiAP>=6.4
Fortinet FortiAP-U>=7.0.0<=7.0.5
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.4.0<=7.4.4
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.2
Fortinet FortiAP>=6.4.0<7.4.6
Fortinet FortiAP>=7.6.0<7.6.3
Fortinet FortiAP-U>=7.0.0<7.0.6
Fortinet FortiAP-W2>=7.2.0<7.4.5

Remediation

Information

Upgrade to FortiAP-U version 7.0.6 or above Upgrade to FortiAP-W2 version 7.4.5 or above Upgrade to FortiAP version 7.6.3 or above Upgrade to FortiAP version 7.4.6 or above

Event History

May 12, 2026
Advisory Published
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via FortiGuard·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:54 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-53680?

CVE-2025-53680 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-53680?

To fix CVE-2025-53680, update your FortiAP devices to the latest versions specified in the vendor's advisory.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2025-53680?

CVE-2025-53680 affects various FortiAP models including FortiAP, FortiAP-U, and FortiAP-W2 across specific software versions.

4

Can CVE-2025-53680 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2025-53680 requires an authenticated privileged attacker, making it less likely to be exploited remotely.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-53680?

There is currently no known workaround for CVE-2025-53680, and applying the appropriate updates is recommended.

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