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CVE-2024-33501: Two improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89

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CVE-2024-33501 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.2) affecting fortianalyzer, fortianalyzer big data, fortimanager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Two improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89] in Fortinet FortiAnalyzer version 7.4.0 through 7.4.2 and before 7.2.5, FortiManager version 7.4.0 through 7.4.2 and before 7.2.5 and FortiAnalyzer-BigData version 7.4.0 and before 7.2.7 allows a privileged attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via specifically crafted CLI requests.

Why this priority

  • No elevated risk signals yet

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score4.2 (Medium)
Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededHigh
User interactionNone
EPSS exploit chance0.2% (top 92%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-89
Published2025-03-11
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): Fortinet, Inc. · Vendor: fortinet

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

fortinet fortianalyzer UPGRADE
Affected: >= 6.4.0 and < 7.2.6 · >= 7.4.0 and < 7.4.3
Fixed in: 7.2.6, 7.4.3
Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.4.0
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy fortianalyzer || rpm -q fortianalyzer || fortianalyzer --version
2. UPGRADE to 7.2.6 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade fortianalyzer
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade fortianalyzer
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.4.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)
apt-cache madison fortianalyzer sudo apt install fortianalyzer=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.4.0> sudo apt-mark hold fortianalyzer
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
dnf --showduplicates list fortianalyzer sudo dnf downgrade fortianalyzer-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.4.0> sudo dnf versionlock add fortianalyzer
Downgrade risk
Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.
After downgrade
Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.
fortinet fortianalyzer big data UPGRADE
Affected: >= 6.4.5 and < 7.2.8 · 7.4.0
Fixed in: 7.2.8
Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.4.5
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy fortianalyzer-big-data || rpm -q fortianalyzer-big-data || fortianalyzer-big-data --version
2. UPGRADE to 7.2.8 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade fortianalyzer-big-data
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade fortianalyzer-big-data
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.4.5 (Debian / Ubuntu)
apt-cache madison fortianalyzer-big-data sudo apt install fortianalyzer-big-data=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.4.5> sudo apt-mark hold fortianalyzer-big-data
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
dnf --showduplicates list fortianalyzer-big-data sudo dnf downgrade fortianalyzer-big-data-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.4.5> sudo dnf versionlock add fortianalyzer-big-data
Downgrade risk
Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.
After downgrade
Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.
fortinet fortimanager UPGRADE
Affected: >= 6.0.10 and <= 6.0.12 · >= 6.2.8 and < 7.2.6 · >= 7.4.0 and < 7.4.3
Fixed in: 7.2.6, 7.4.3
Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.0.10
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy fortimanager || rpm -q fortimanager || fortimanager --version
2. UPGRADE to 7.2.6 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade fortimanager
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade fortimanager
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.0.10 (Debian / Ubuntu)
apt-cache madison fortimanager sudo apt install fortimanager=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0.10> sudo apt-mark hold fortimanager
3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
dnf --showduplicates list fortimanager sudo dnf downgrade fortimanager-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0.10> sudo dnf versionlock add fortimanager
Downgrade risk
Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.
After downgrade
Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.
Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2024-33501?

fortianalyzer: upgrade to 7.2.6, 7.4.3; fortianalyzer big data: upgrade to 7.2.8; fortimanager: upgrade to 7.2.6, 7.4.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-33501 being exploited?

CVE-2024-33501 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2024-33501 affect?

CVE-2024-33501 affects fortianalyzer, fortianalyzer big data, fortimanager. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.2). Two improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability [CWE-89] in Fortinet FortiAnalyzer version 7.4.0 through 7.4.2 and before 7.2.5, FortiManager version 7.4.0 through 7.4.2 and before 7.2.

How urgent is CVE-2024-33501?

Priority 17/100. No elevated risk signals yet.

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