CVE-2026-16232
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitAn authentication bypass vulnerability in the Check Point SmartConsole login process allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain an application login token and use it to authenticate with full administrative privileges.
Published Jul 22, 2026 · Updated Aug 10, 2026 · Also known as EUVD-2026-47700, GHSA-m2xx-23gx-734v, TR-26-0619
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-16232 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.3 v4) affecting Multi-Domain Security Management (Checkpoint), Quantum Security Management (Checkpoint).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 19, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Multi-Domain Security Management r81.20, Quantum Security Management r81.20.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v4
9.3
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
78%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
An authentication bypass vulnerability in the Check Point SmartConsole login process allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain an application login token and use it to authenticate with full administrative privileges. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to modify security policies and security configurations. Remote exploitation requires internet access to the Management Server IP address and a configuration that does not restrict Trusted Clients. Check Point is aware that this vulnerability is being exploited and has affected a very small number of customers.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Jul 22, 2026 | Jul 25, 2026 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 19, 2026 | Jul 25, 2026 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 22, 2026 | Jul 25, 2026 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Jul 22, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Affected Products
126 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Domain Security ManagementCheckpoint | r81.20, r81.20-take_10, r81.20-take_101, r81.20-take_103, r81.20-take_105, r81.20-take_111, r81.20-take_113, r81.20-take_115 | r81.20 |
| Quantum Security ManagementCheckpoint | r81.20, r81.20-take_10, r81.20-take_101, r81.20-take_103, r81.20-take_105, r81.20-take_111, r81.20-take_113, r81.20-take_115 | r81.20 |
Patched Releases
Multi-Domain Security Management
r81.20
Quantum Security Management
r81.20
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 19, 2026
Publicly disclosed
Jul 22, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Jul 22, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 22, 2026
Added to ENISA EUVD
Jul 22, 2026
Last updated
Aug 10, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-287 Improper Authentication
References
- advisoryhttps://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk185152
- advisoryhttps://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk185153
- advisoryUSOM advisory
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
An authentication bypass vulnerability in the Check Point SmartConsole login process allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain an application login token and use it to authenticate with full administrative privileges.
Affected: Multi-Domain Security Management (Checkpoint) versions r81.20, r81.20-take_10, r81.20-take_101, r81.20-take_103, r81.20-take_105, r81.20-take_111, r81.20-take_113, r81.20-take_115; Quantum Security Management (Checkpoint) versions r81.20, r81.20-take_10, r81.20-take_101, r81.20-take_103, r81.20-take_105, r81.20-take_111, r81.20-take_113, r81.20-take_115. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 19, 2026.
Yes. It was added on Jul 22, 2026 with a federal remediation due date of Jul 25, 2026.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Multi-Domain Security Management r81.20, Quantum Security Management r81.20.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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