CVE-2026-1498: WatchGuard Firebox LDAP Injection
An LDAP Injection vulnerability in WatchGuard Fireware OS may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to retrieve sensitive information from a connected LDAP authentication server through an exposed authentication or management web interface. This vulnerability may also allow a remote attacker to authenticate as an LDAP user with a partial identifier if they additionally have that user's valid passphrase.This issue affects Fireware OS: from 12.0 through 12.11.6, from 12.5 through 12.5.15, from 2025.1 through 2026.0.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-1498?
CVE-2026-1498 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to potential unauthorized access to sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2026-1498?
To mitigate CVE-2026-1498, update WatchGuard Fireware OS to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What types of attacks does CVE-2026-1498 enable?
CVE-2026-1498 enables remote unauthenticated attackers to perform LDAP injection exploits that can reveal sensitive data.
Which versions of WatchGuard Fireware OS are affected by CVE-2026-1498?
CVE-2026-1498 affects WatchGuard Fireware OS versions from 12.0 to 12.11.6 and from 12.5 to 12.5.15, as well as version 2025.1 to 2026.0.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-1498?
No, CVE-2026-1498 can be exploited remotely without authentication, making it a significant risk.