CVE-2022-23176
WatchGuard Firebox and XTM Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Summary
WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances allow a remote attacker with unprivileged credentials to access the system with a privileged management session via exposed management access.
Affected software
Vendor: WatchGuard · Product: Firebox and XTM
What to do
This vulnerability appears in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, meaning it is being exploited in the wild. Prioritize patching affected systems and verify exposure across your estate.
Related vulnerabilities in WatchGuard
| CVE | Name | EPSS | Exploited |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2025-9242 | WatchGuard Firebox Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability | 91.1% | Yes |
| CVE-2022-26318 | WatchGuard Firebox and XTM Appliances Arbitrary Code Execution | 78.3% | Yes |
| CVE-2025-14733 | WatchGuard Firebox Out of Bounds Write Vulnerability | 21.8% | Yes |
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