Vulnerability identifier: #VU94360

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-5907

CWE-ID: CWE-269

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A local user can execute arbitrary programs with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-5907

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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.