CVE-2007-2689

CVE-2007-2689 is a high-severity vulnerability in Checkpoint Web Intelligence with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Check Point Web Intelligence does not properly handle certain full-width and half-width Unicode character encodings, which might allow remote attackers to evade detection of HTTP traffic.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-2689?
Check Point Web Intelligence does not properly handle certain full-width and half-width Unicode character encodings, which might allow remote attackers to evade detection of HTTP traffic.
How severe is CVE-2007-2689?
CVE-2007-2689 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-2689 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-2689?
CVE-2007-2689 affects Checkpoint Web Intelligence. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2689?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-2689 published?
CVE-2007-2689 was published on 2007-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)