Vulnerability identifier: #VU26743

Vulnerability risk: Medium

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: CVE-2020-1991

CWE-ID: CWE-377

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Traps
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to an insecure temporary file issue. A local user can gain elevated privileges or overwrite system files.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Traps: All versions

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2020-1991

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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.