CVE-2026-13224
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2026-13224 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. A path traversal vulnerability in the Fireware OS WebUI management agent allows an authenticated administrator to read or list arbitrary files on the local filesystem by sending a specially crafted management request.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A path traversal vulnerability in the Fireware OS WebUI management agent allows an authenticated administrator to read or list arbitrary files on the local filesystem by sending a specially crafted management request.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 12.0, < 12.5.21 |
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 12.12, < 12.12.3 |
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 2025.0, < 2026.2.3 |
| Watchguard | Fireware | >= 2026.3, < 2026.3.2 |
References
- https://psirt.watchguard.com/CVE-2026-13224Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-13224?
A path traversal vulnerability in the Fireware OS WebUI management agent allows an authenticated administrator to read or list arbitrary files on the local filesystem by sending a specially crafted management request.
How severe is CVE-2026-13224?
CVE-2026-13224 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-13224?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
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