Vulnerability identifier: #VU75047

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-0006

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 delete arbitrary files on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a race condition. A local user can delete system files.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GlobalProtect Agent: 5.2.0 - 6.1.0

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2023-0006

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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.