Check Point Security Management Server - SmartConsole Authentication Bypass
CVE-2026-16232
Verified
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.
Severity
Critical
CVSS Score
9.8
Exploit Probability
78%
Affected Product
security_management_server
Published Date
July 29, 2026
Template Author
sfewer-r7, dhiyaneshdk
CVE-2026-16232.yaml
9.8Score
CVSS Metrics
CVSS Vector:
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVE ID:
cve-2026-16232
CWE ID:
cwe-287
Remediation Steps
Update to the latest version with the vulnerability fixed.