CVE-2026-18574: CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in checkpoint Security Management Server
An authentication bypass vulnerability in Check Point Security Management Server and Multi-Domain Security Management Server (MDS) could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker with network access to Management services to execute arbitrary commands on the Security Management Server. Successful exploitation could result in full compromise of the Security Management system. Check Point discovered this issue internally and has no indication of active exploitation.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-18574) involves an authentication bypass in Check Point Security Management Server and MDS that enables unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands. The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3 reflects its critical severity, with network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor has not yet released a patch or official remediation, and no known exploits are currently reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to full compromise of the Security Management Server, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands remotely without authentication. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the management system, potentially affecting the security posture of the entire managed environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or temporary mitigation has been announced by Check Point, organizations should monitor vendor communications closely and restrict network access to management services where possible to reduce exposure until a patch is available.
CVE-2026-18574: CWE-288: Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel in checkpoint Security Management Server
Description
An authentication bypass vulnerability in Check Point Security Management Server and Multi-Domain Security Management Server (MDS) could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker with network access to Management services to execute arbitrary commands on the Security Management Server. Successful exploitation could result in full compromise of the Security Management system. Check Point discovered this issue internally and has no indication of active exploitation.
CVSS v4.0
Score 9.3critical
Affected software
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-18574) involves an authentication bypass in Check Point Security Management Server and MDS that enables unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands. The CVSS 4.0 score of 9.3 reflects its critical severity, with network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor has not yet released a patch or official remediation, and no known exploits are currently reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to full compromise of the Security Management Server, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands remotely without authentication. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the management system, potentially affecting the security posture of the entire managed environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or temporary mitigation has been announced by Check Point, organizations should monitor vendor communications closely and restrict network access to management services where possible to reduce exposure until a patch is available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- checkpoint
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-02T06:50:57.353Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a708e2fbf32cb7a349a24ce
Added to database: 08/03/2026, 12:48:47 UTC
Last enriched: 08/03/2026, 13:03:43 UTC
Last updated: 08/03/2026, 19:37:32 UTC
Views: 35
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