What is CVE-2026-16232?
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.
Timeline
- 2026-07-22Published to the U.S. National Vulnerability Database (NVD)
- 2026-07-22Added to the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog
- 2026-07-25CISA federal remediation deadline (BOD 22-01)
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
Check Point SmartConsole Improper Authentication Vulnerability
Affected product
Check Point SmartConsole
Remediation Steps
- Apply the vendor security update for Check Point SmartConsole as a priority.
- Restrict network exposure of the affected service to trusted sources until patched.
- Review logs and detections for indicators of exploitation.
- Confirm fixed versions against the official vendor advisory before deploying.
References
Referenced in our briefings & reports
- Vulnerability Priority Report – Week 3 of July 2026 (July 20 – 26)
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