CVE-2022-26318
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CVE-2022-26318 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. On WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances, an unauthenticated user can execute arbitrary code, aka FBX-22786. This vulnerability impacts Fireware OS before 12.7.2_U2, 12.x before 12.1.3_U8, and 12.2.x through 12.5.x before 12.5.9_U2.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 78.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
On WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances, an unauthenticated user can execute arbitrary code, aka FBX-22786. This vulnerability impacts Fireware OS before 12.7.2_U2, 12.x before 12.1.3_U8, and 12.2.x through 12.5.x before 12.5.9_U2.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitation Status
This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by .
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 12.0.0, < 12.1.3 | — |
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 12.5, < 12.5.9 | — |
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 12.7.0, < 12.7.2 | — |
| Watchguard | Fireware | 12.1.3 | — |
| Watchguard | Fireware | 12.5.9 | U1 |
| Watchguard | Fireware | 12.7.2 | U1 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2022-26318US Government Resource
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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