CVE-2022-31792: XSS

Published Sep 6, 2022
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Updated

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.

Affected Software

10 affected components
WatchGuard Fireware>=12.0.0<12.1.4
WatchGuard Fireware>=12.2.0<12.5.10
WatchGuard Fireware=12.6.1-u1
WatchGuard Fireware=12.6.1-u3
WatchGuard Fireware=12.6.3
WatchGuard Fireware=12.6.4
WatchGuard Fireware=12.7.0-u1
WatchGuard Fireware=12.7.1
WatchGuard Fireware=12.7.2-u2
WatchGuard Fireware=12.8.0-u1

Event History

Sep 6, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:24 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-31792?

CVE-2022-31792 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that exists in the management web interface of WatchGuard Firebox and XTM appliances.

2

How does CVE-2022-31792 affect WatchGuard Fireware?

CVE-2022-31792 affects WatchGuard Fireware versions 12.0.0 to 12.1.4, 12.2.0 to 12.5.10, 12.6.1-u1, 12.6.1-u3, 12.6.3, 12.6.4, 12.7.0-u1, 12.7.1, 12.7.2-u2, and 12.8.0-u1.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31792?

The severity of CVE-2022-31792 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-31792?

To fix CVE-2022-31792, it is recommended to update WatchGuard Fireware to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-31792?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-31792 in the advisory published by WatchGuard at https://www.watchguard.com/wgrd-psirt/advisory/wgsa-2022-00014.

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