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CVE-2025-9242

CISA KEV

Published November 12, 2025 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

WatchGuard Firebox contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the OS iked process that may allow a remote unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
WatchGuardFirebox

Patch Status

Patch by 2025-12-03

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2025-9242.