#VU86539 Improper Verification of Source of a Communication Channel in Palo Alto PAN-OS - CVE-2024-0009

Vulnerability identifier: #VU86539

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-0009

CWE-ID: CWE-940

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Palo Alto PAN-OS
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to unexpected functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper verification issue in the GlobalProtect gateway feature. A remote user can establish a VPN connection from an unauthorized IP address.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Palo Alto PAN-OS: 10.2.0 - 10.2.3, 11.0.0

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External links
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-0009

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.