CVE-2016-6154
CVE-2016-6154 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Watchguard Fireware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.1)
- CVSS v2: 5.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-79
- Affected product: Watchguard Fireware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The authentication applet in Watchguard Fireware 11.11 Operating System has reflected XSS (this can also cause an open redirect).
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2016-6154?
- The authentication applet in Watchguard Fireware 11.11 Operating System has reflected XSS (this can also cause an open redirect).
- How severe is CVE-2016-6154?
- CVE-2016-6154 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2016-6154 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2016-6154?
- CVE-2016-6154 affects Watchguard Fireware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2016-6154?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2016-6154 published?
- CVE-2016-6154 was published on 2019-08-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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