CVE-2023-26236
CVE-2023-26236 is a high-severity vulnerability in Watchguard Epp Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-269.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (4th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-269
- Affected product: Watchguard Epp Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An issue was discovered in WatchGuard EPDR 8.0.21.0002. Due to a weak implementation of message handling between WatchGuard EPDR processes, it is possible to perform a Local Privilege Escalation on Windows by sending a crafted message to a named pipe.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-26236?
- An issue was discovered in WatchGuard EPDR 8.0.21.0002. Due to a weak implementation of message handling between WatchGuard EPDR processes, it is possible to perform a Local Privilege Escalation on Windows by sending a crafted message to a named pipe.
- How severe is CVE-2023-26236?
- CVE-2023-26236 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-26236 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (4th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-26236?
- CVE-2023-26236 primarily affects Watchguard Epp Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-26236?
- 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-2023-26236 published?
- CVE-2023-26236 was published on 2023-10-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (4)
- cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:epp_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:edr_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:epdr_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:watchguard:panda_ad360_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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