CVE-2023-26239
CVE-2023-26239 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Watchguard Epp Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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-273.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (5th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-273
- 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 a password check, it is possible to obtain credentials to access the management console as a non-privileged user.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-26239?
- An issue was discovered in WatchGuard EPDR 8.0.21.0002. Due to a weak implementation of a password check, it is possible to obtain credentials to access the management console as a non-privileged user.
- How severe is CVE-2023-26239?
- CVE-2023-26239 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-26239 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (5th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-26239?
- CVE-2023-26239 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-2023-26239?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-26239 published?
- CVE-2023-26239 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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