Image Path Execution Hijacking in Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Agent
CVE-2017-15870

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Palo Alto Networks
Status
Globalprotect
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 December 2017

Summary

The vulnerability allows attackers with administrative rights on a local station to escalate their privileges to SYSTEM level by exploiting image path execution hijacking methods within the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect Agent. This exploitation could enable unauthorized access and control over sensitive operations of the affected product.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102083
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https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-15870
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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