Vulnerability identifier: #VU26738

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-1987

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GlobalProtect Agent
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to information disclosure in the logging component. A local user can read VPN cookie information when the troubleshooting logging level is set to "Dump".

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GlobalProtect Agent: All versions

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2020-1987

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Q & A

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.