CVE-2025-2782 Details
Description
The WatchGuard Terminal Services Agent on Windows does not properly configure directory permissions when installed in a non-default directory. This could allow an authenticated local attacker to escalate to SYSTEM privileges on a vulnerable system.
A local privilege escalation vulnerability has been identified in the WatchGuard Terminal Services Agent for Windows, specifically in versions 12.0 through 12.10. The issue arises because the application does not correctly set directory permissions when installed in a non-default location. This flaw could enable an authenticated local attacker to gain SYSTEM privileges on the affected system.
Users can upgrade to WatchGuard Terminal Services Agent version 12.11.2 to address this vulnerability.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
Volerion
Assessed Mar 28, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 31, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://psirt.watchguard.com/CVE-2025-2782 | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. | |
| https://www.watchguard.com/wgrd-psirt/advisory/wgsa-2025-00005 | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. | AdvisoryRemedyVendor |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-276 | Incorrect Default Permissions | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| WatchGuard Terminal Services Agent | All versions |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 28, 2025 | New CVE Received | WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. |