CVE-2025-12196: CWE-787 in WatchGuard Fireware OS
An Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in WatchGuard Fireware OS's CLI could allow an authenticated privileged user to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted CLI command.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-787) in WatchGuard Fireware OS involves an out-of-bounds write in the command-line interface (CLI) component. An authenticated user with privileged access can exploit this flaw by issuing a specially crafted CLI command, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no user interaction, and high privileges required. The vulnerability is confirmed published with no known exploits reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated privileged user to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, which could lead to full system compromise or disruption of the Fireware OS functionality. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor WatchGuard advisories for updates. In the meantime, restrict privileged CLI access to trusted administrators only and consider additional access controls to limit exposure.
CVE-2025-12196: CWE-787 in WatchGuard Fireware OS
Description
An Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in WatchGuard Fireware OS's CLI could allow an authenticated privileged user to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted CLI command.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.6high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-787) in WatchGuard Fireware OS involves an out-of-bounds write in the command-line interface (CLI) component. An authenticated user with privileged access can exploit this flaw by issuing a specially crafted CLI command, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no user interaction, and high privileges required. The vulnerability is confirmed published with no known exploits reported.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated privileged user to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, which could lead to full system compromise or disruption of the Fireware OS functionality. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor WatchGuard advisories for updates. In the meantime, restrict privileged CLI access to trusted administrators only and consider additional access controls to limit exposure.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WatchGuard
- Date Reserved
- 2025-10-24T21:42:13.925Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 693202972bd9ee5f78f6ba26
Added to database: 12/04/2025, 21:52:23 UTC
Last enriched: 08/11/2026, 15:19:06 UTC
Last updated: 09/10/2026, 19:36:49 UTC
Views: 192
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