SB2025092279 - Privilege escalation in WatchGuard Mobile VPN with SSL Client for Windows
Published: September 22, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2025092279
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Incorrect default permissions (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-2781)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due the Mobile VPN with SSL Client on Windows does not properly configure directory permissions when installed in a non-default directory. A local user with access to the system can view contents of files and directories or modify them, leading to privilege escalation.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.