Expected Behavior Violation in WatchGuard Fireware OS Allows System Integrity Check Bypass
CVE-2025-13940

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Watchguard

Status
Fireware Os
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 December 2025

What is CVE-2025-13940?

A security flaw in WatchGuard Fireware OS allows attackers to bypass crucial boot time system integrity checks. This vulnerability prevents the Firebox device from shutting down during a system integrity check failure, exposing the system to potential security risks. Users are urged to update to secure versions to mitigate this issue.

Affected Version(s)

Fireware OS 12.8.1 <= 12.11.4

Fireware OS 2025.1 <= 2025.1.2

References

https://www.watchguard.com/wgrd-psirt/advisory/wgsa-2025-...

CVSS V4

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-13940 : Expected Behavior Violation in WatchGuard Fireware OS Allows System Integrity Check Bypass