SB2024071622 - Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature in Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent



SB2024071622 - Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature in Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR agent

Published: July 16, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024071622
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5912)

CWE-ID: CWE-347 - Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper file signature check. A local user can bypass the executable blocking capabilities and run untrusted executables on the target device.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.