CVE-2017-15944: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Dec 11, 2017
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Updated

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, 7.1.x before 7.1.14, and 8.0.x before 8.0.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving the management interface.

Other sources

Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS contains multiple, unspecified vulnerabilities which can allow for remote code execution when chained.

CISA

Affected Software

5 affected components
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS<6.1.19
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=7.0.0<7.0.19
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=7.1.0<7.1.14
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS>=8.0.0<8.0.6
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS

Event History

Dec 11, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Aug 18, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-15944?

CVE-2017-15944 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS.

2

How severe is CVE-2017-15944?

CVE-2017-15944 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.

3

Which versions of PAN-OS are affected by CVE-2017-15944?

PAN-OS versions before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, 7.1.x before 7.1.14, and 8.0.x before 8.0.6 are affected by CVE-2017-15944.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-15944?

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by exploiting vectors involving the management interface.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-15944?

For more information about CVE-2017-15944, you can visit the following references: [Security Advisory from Palo Alto Networks](https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-15944), [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102079), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040007).

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