#VU98386 Cleartext storage of sensitive information in Expedition - CVE-2024-9466
Published: October 11, 2024 / Updated: October 22, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU98386
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-9466
CWE-ID: CWE-312
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vulnerable software:
Expedition
Expedition
Software vendor:
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to firewall usernames, passwords, and API keys generated using those credentials are stored in plain text on the system. A local user can obtain credentials of other users.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.