CVE-2026-78614
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Authenticated SQL Injection in WatchGuard Dimension Leading to Command Execution

Publication date: 2026-08-28

Last updated on: 2026-08-28

Assigner: WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.

Description
WatchGuard Dimension contains an authenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the audit report feature which allows an authenticated user with report administration permissions gain arbitrary command execution as the Dimension WebUI process user by sending specially crafted requests.

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Published
2026-08-28
Last Modified
2026-08-28
Generated
2026-09-17
AI Q&A
2026-08-28
EPSS Evaluated
2026-09-15
NVD
CVE-2026-78614
EUVD
EUVD-2026-67341

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 3 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
watchguard dimension From 2.0 (inc) to 2.3.0 (inc)
watchguard dimension 2.3.1
watchguard dimension *

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Exploitability

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CWE ID Description
CWE-89 The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data.
CWE-502 The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid.

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Executive Summary

WatchGuard Dimension versions 2.0 through 2.3.0 have an authenticated SQL injection flaw in the audit report feature. An authenticated user with report admin permissions can send specially crafted requests to execute stacked SQL statements with PostgreSQL superuser privileges. This can lead to reading or writing arbitrary files and achieving operating system command execution as the wgadmin service user by planting a malicious session file.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check WatchGuard Dimension versions between 2.0 and 2.3.0. Verify if the system has report administration permissions enabled for users. Inspect PostgreSQL logs for unusual stacked SQL queries or file operations. Look for unexpected wgadmin service user activity or deserialization events in system logs.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability allows an attacker with report admin access to fully compromise the Dimension appliance, including its confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Attackers could read sensitive data, modify system files, or execute commands on the appliance, potentially leading to complete system takeover.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating compliance requirements such as GDPR or HIPAA. Full system compromise may result in data breaches, unauthorized disclosure, or loss of data integrity, all of which are critical compliance violations.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade WatchGuard Dimension to version 2.3.1 or later to address the vulnerability. Ensure only trusted users have report administration permissions. Monitor for unauthorized file access or command execution activities.

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