Endpoint and AuthPoint
CVE-2026-6788: Uncontrolled search path in PluginLauncher allows SYSTEM code execution in WatchGuard Agent
Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in WatchGuard Agent on Windows allows Using Malicious Files.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityHIGHCVSS 4.0 8.5
EPSS0.18%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixAvailable
Automatic summary from the vendor's CVE record. We haven't written a full analysis of this vulnerability yet.
Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| WatchGuard Agent 1.0 | 1.25.03.0000 or later |
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What it is
Uncontrolled Search Path Element vulnerability in WatchGuard Agent on Windows allows Using Malicious Files.
Exploitation
WatchGuard is not aware of any exploitation of this vulnerability in the wild.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 13 Oct 2026.