QID 376411

Date Published: 2022-02-16

QID 376411: Palo Alto Networks (GlobalProtect App) Improper Link Resolution Vulnerability (GPC-10982)

The GlobalProtect app provides a simple way to extend the enterprise security policies out to mobile endpoints.

An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows that enables a local attacker to disrupt system processes and potentially execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges under certain circumstances.

Affected Versions:
GlobalProtect App 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect App 5.2.5
GlobalProtect App 5.1 versions earlier than GlobalProtect App 5.1.10


QID Detection Logic (Authenticated):

This QID looks for the vulnerable version of PAN-OS

An improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability exists in the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect app on Windows that enables a local attacker to disrupt system processes and potentially execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges under certain circumstances.

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 7 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5.4 severity.
  • Solution

    Refer to GPC-10982 for more information about patching this vulnerability.

    Workaround:
    There are no known workarounds for this issue.

    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 376411

    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GPC-10982 URL Logo security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0017

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