SB2019122022 - Remote code execution in PAN-OS on PA-7000 Series
Published: December 20, 2019
Security Bulletin ID
SB2019122022
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-17440)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper restriction of communications to Log Forwarding Card (LFC) on
PA-7000 Series devices with second-generation Switch Management Card
(SMC). A remote attacker with network access to the LFC can gain perform a spoofing attack and gain root privileges on the device.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.