How severe is CVE-2022-31792?

CVE-2022-31792 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-31792 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-31792?

CVE-2022-31792 primarily affects Watchguard Fireware. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-31792?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-31792 published?

CVE-2022-31792 was published on 2022-09-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-31792

CVE-2022-31792 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Watchguard Fireware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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 5.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (47th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Watchguard Fireware
Published: 2022-09-06
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the management web interface of WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances. A remote attacker can potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the management web interface by sending crafted requests to exposed management ports. This is fixed in Fireware OS 12.8.1, 12.5.10, and 12.1.4.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-31792?: A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the management web interface of WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances. A remote attacker can potentially execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the management web interface by sending crafted requests to exposed management ports. This is fixed in Fireware OS 12.8.1, 12.5.10, and 12.1.4.
How severe is CVE-2022-31792?: CVE-2022-31792 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-31792 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (47th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-31792?: CVE-2022-31792 primarily affects Watchguard Fireware. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-31792?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-31792 published?: CVE-2022-31792 was published on 2022-09-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.watchguard.com/wgrd-psirt/advisory/wgsa-2022-00014

Affected products (9)

cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.6.1:u1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.6.1:u3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.6.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.6.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.7.0:u1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.7.2:u2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:fireware:12.8.0:u1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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