Vulnerability identifier: #VU28965

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-2032

CWE-ID: CWE-367

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 escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a Time-of-check Time-of-use (TOCTOU) issue during upgrade. An local user can execute arbitrary programs with SYSTEM privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GlobalProtect Agent: 5.0.0 - 5.1.3

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2020-2032

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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.