#VU98349 Execution with unnecessary privileges in GlobalProtect app - CVE-2024-9473

Vulnerability identifier: #VU98349

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-9473

CWE-ID: CWE-250

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
GlobalProtect app
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure repair functionality offered by the .msi file used to install GlobalProtect. A local user can execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

GlobalProtect app: 5.1.0 - 6.3.0

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External links
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2024-9473

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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.