CVE-2022-0017

GlobalProtect App: Improper Link Resolution Vulnerability Leads to Local Privilege Escalation

Description

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. This issue impacts: GlobalProtect app 5.1 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows. GlobalProtect app 5.2 versions earlier than GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows. This issue does not affect GlobalProtect app on other platforms.

Remediation

Solution:

  • This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows, GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows and all later GlobalProtect app versions.

Workaround:

  • There are no known workarounds for this issue.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory paloaltonetworks.com
Affected: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
Affected: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2022-0017 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0017?
CVE-2022-0017 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-0017?
To fix CVE-2022-0017: This issue is fixed in GlobalProtect app 5.1.10 on Windows, GlobalProtect app 5.2.5 on Windows and all later GlobalProtect app versions.
Is CVE-2022-0017 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-0017 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-0017?
CVE-2022-0017 affects Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App, Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App.
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