Vulnerability identifier: #VU23404
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Palo Alto PAN-OS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in authentication process. A local non-privileged user can gain elevated privileges on the device.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Palo Alto PAN-OS: 9.0.0 - 9.0.4, 8.1.0 - 8.1.10, 8.0.0 - 8.0.19-h1, 7.1.0 - 7.1.24-h1
External links
http://securityadvisories.paloaltonetworks.com/Home/Detail/201
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.