CVE-2022-25293: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 24, 2022
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Updated

A systemd stack-based buffer overflow in WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances allows an authenticated remote attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code by initiating a firmware update with a malicious upgrade image. This vulnerability impacts Fireware OS before 12.7.2U2, 12.x before 12.1.3U8, and 12.2.x through 12.5.x before 12.5.9U2.

Affected Software

15 affected components
WatchGuard Fireware>=12.0.0<12.1.3
WatchGuard Fireware>=12.2.0<12.5.9
WatchGuard Fireware>=12.7.0<12.7.2
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u1
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u2
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u3
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u4
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u5
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u6
WatchGuard Fireware=12.1.3-u7
WatchGuard Fireware=12.5.9
WatchGuard Fireware=12.5.9-u1
WatchGuard Fireware=12.7.2
WatchGuard Fireware=12.7.2-u1

Event History

Feb 24, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:55 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of this issue?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-25293.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-25293?

The severity of CVE-2022-25293 is high with a severity value of 8.8.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-25293?

Fireware versions before 12.7.2_U2, 12.x before 12.1.3_U8, and 12.5.9.x before 12.5.9_U2 are affected by CVE-2022-25293.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-25293?

An authenticated remote attacker can potentially execute arbitrary code by initiating a firmware update with a malicious upgrade image.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-25293?

Yes, a fix is available in Fireware OS version 12.7.2_U2 and above.

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