Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in WatchGuard's Firebox and XTM Appliances
CVE-2022-26318
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Watchguard
- Status
- Fireware
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 4 March 2022
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Summary
A significant vulnerability exists in WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances, allowing unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary code. This flaw affects multiple versions of Fireware OS, posing severe security risks for organizations using affected models. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest versions to mitigate potential exploits.
CISA Reported
CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace
The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
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EPSS Score
92% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
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Public PoC available
- 👾
Exploit known to exist
- 🦅
CISA Reported
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved