CVE-2026-91843: CWE-121: Stack-based Buffer Overflow. in checkpoint Quantum Security Management
A stack overflow during the unauthenticated login process may allow an attacker to run arbitrary code remotely with root privileges.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow (CWE-121) in Checkpoint Quantum Security Management that can be triggered during the unauthenticated login process. Successful exploitation could enable remote code execution with root privileges, posing a severe security risk. The CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 reflects the critical nature of this flaw, with network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and full impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely exploit this vulnerability without authentication to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected system. This can lead to complete system compromise, including unauthorized access, data theft, and disruption of services.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the affected system and monitor for suspicious activity related to login attempts.
CVE-2026-91843: CWE-121: Stack-based Buffer Overflow. in checkpoint Quantum Security Management
Description
A stack overflow during the unauthenticated login process may allow an attacker to run arbitrary code remotely with root privileges.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
checkpoint
Quantum Security Management
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow (CWE-121) in Checkpoint Quantum Security Management that can be triggered during the unauthenticated login process. Successful exploitation could enable remote code execution with root privileges, posing a severe security risk. The CVSS v3.1 score of 9.8 reflects the critical nature of this flaw, with network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and full impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available to confirm remediation status.
Potential Impact
An attacker can remotely exploit this vulnerability without authentication to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected system. This can lead to complete system compromise, including unauthorized access, data theft, and disruption of services.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the affected system and monitor for suspicious activity related to login attempts.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- checkpoint
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-15T08:30:18.206Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aaa9a6155bf5e2cf5aab8f0
Added to database: 09/16/2026, 13:32:17 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 13:46:42 UTC
Last updated: 09/16/2026, 22:11:11 UTC
Views: 21
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