PAN-OS: Arbitrary File Creation Leads to OS Command Injection Vulnerability in GlobalProtect
Vulnerability Description
A command injection as a result of arbitrary file creation vulnerability in the GlobalProtect feature of Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS software for specific PAN-OS versions and distinct feature configurations may enable an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the firewall. Cloud NGFW, Panorama appliances, and Prisma Access are not impacted by this vulnerability.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
The following person or organization is credited with identifying this vulnerability, as recorded in the NVD database:
- Palo Alto Networks thanks Volexity for detecting and identifying this issue.
- Capability Development Group at Bishop Fox for helping us verify the fixes and improve threat prevention signatures.
References
- https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-3400
- https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/cve-2024-3400/
- https://www.volexity.com/blog/2024/04/12/zero-day-exploitation-of-unauthenticated-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-in-globalprotect-cve-2024-3400/
- https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/blog/2024/04/more-on-the-pan-os-cve/
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