CVE-2026-78499: CWE-918 in WatchGuard Dimension
Description
CVE-2026-78499 is a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in WatchGuard Dimension's FTP Server Test configuration. It allows an authenticated user with privileged access to enumerate network services on adjacent systems. The vulnerability has a medium severity score of 5.1 and affects version 2.0 of WatchGuard Dimension. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available from the vendor.
CVSS v4.0
Score 5.1medium
Affected software
WatchGuard
Dimension
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-918) in WatchGuard Dimension version 2.0 involves an SSRF issue in the FTP Server Test configuration. An authenticated attacker with high privileges can exploit this flaw to enumerate exposed network services on systems adjacent to the vulnerable host. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.1, reflecting network attack vector, low complexity, no user interaction, and no confidentiality, integrity, or availability impact beyond service enumeration. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available at this time.
Potential Impact
An authenticated privileged attacker can leverage this SSRF vulnerability to discover network services on adjacent systems, potentially aiding in further network reconnaissance and attack planning. There is no direct evidence of confidentiality, integrity, or availability compromise from this vulnerability alone.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict privileged access to the FTP Server Test configuration and monitor for unauthorized use.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WatchGuard
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-24T17:20:04.411Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a90ed8bacd9273b494754c9
Added to database: 08/28/2026, 02:08:11 UTC
Last enriched: 09/10/2026, 03:38:41 UTC
Last updated: 10/10/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 52
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