#VU94365 Improper Verification of Cryptographic Signature in Cortex XDR Agent for Windows - CVE-2024-5912

Vulnerability identifier: #VU94365

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 4.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5912

CWE-ID: CWE-347

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cortex XDR Agent for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper file signature check. A local user can bypass the executable blocking capabilities and run untrusted executables on the target device.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cortex XDR Agent for Windows: before 7.9.102-CE, 8.2.2, 7.9.102-CE, 7.9.102-CE

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External links
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-5912

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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.